Digger Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Labourers/ Excavator Operators

at Trilogy Earthworks

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$50 – $70 per hour

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Reliable labourers & excavator operators wanted. Good pay, consistent work, solid work environment

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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This is a featured job

Civil & Quarry Machine Operator

at Ostojic Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Berrimah, Darwin NT

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Work includes infrastructure, subdivision, roadworks, and quarry works in Top End. Opportunity for full-time, great hourly rates and penalties.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

Featured

Listed one day ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed five hours ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2/2 Roster
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Paid Travel Time

2/2 Roster
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Paid Travel Time

Programmed are currently recruiting for Experienced Civil Plant Operators, for our client based in Weipa.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

7h ago

Listed one day ago

Plant Operator/Labourer

at Skout Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

$32 - $35 p.h. + + Overtime and great financial in

FIFO roles available, IMMEDIATE start. $280/day LAHA, overtime, flights, meals & PPE paid. Paid upskilling and HR-MC licence pathway. INTERVIEW NOW.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Excavator Operator

at Zeal Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competetive rates, 12 hours paid

Great company
Potential for a permanent role

Great company
Potential for a permanent role

Ongoing work, 2 and 1 FIFO from Perth. 1250 Komatsu Excavator

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Excavator Operator

at Hays | Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Hourly Rate

FIFO opportunity
Paying above Award rates
Available immediately

FIFO opportunity
Paying above Award rates
Available immediately

Experienced excavator operator for demolition works at Gove mine. 3:1 roster, FIFO, rock hammer work, $55-62/hr, 12 months.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Excavator and Shovel Operators

at C.E.M. Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth Airport, Perth WA

$70.00 to $85.00 per hour

Earn up to $85/hr + $2.5K sign-on bonus - paid weekly
Excavator & Shovel roles only on large production fleets
2:1 FIFO roster from Perth with long-term job security

Earn up to $85/hr + $2.5K sign-on bonus - paid weekly
Excavator & Shovel roles only on large production fleets
2:1 FIFO roster from Perth with long-term job security

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Mobile Plant Operators | FIFO Ex. Perth

at AUS Employment Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Experienced Mining Operators wanted for FIFO roles from Perth, offering competitive rates. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Labourers/ Excavator Operators

at Trilogy Earthworks

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$50 – $70 per hour

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Reliable labourers & excavator operators wanted. Good pay, consistent work, solid work environment

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Operator

at Valentis Energy Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$50 – $70 per hour

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 FIFO Roster for short term project requiring multi skilled operators.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Civil Machinery Operators - Local & FIFO Roles

at Niche Resources Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Reliable pipeline of projects into late 2026
Weekly $$ in Your Pocket
Temp Roles with Permanent Potential

Reliable pipeline of projects into late 2026
Weekly $$ in Your Pocket
Temp Roles with Permanent Potential

Expression of Interest: Experienced Machine Operators | FIFO Roles | Pilbara, Goldfields & Perth

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed one hour ago

Mobile Plant Operators

at IronMerge Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Multiplle rosters available
Rates from $56.00 - $80.00 based on role and experience
Weekly pay with super on all hours worked

Multiplle rosters available
Rates from $56.00 - $80.00 based on role and experience
Weekly pay with super on all hours worked

IronMerge are seeking Mobile Plant Operators for Tier 1 production mining clients throughout W.A. for Long Term Opportunities

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1h ago

Listed six days ago

Civil & Quarry Machine Operator

at Ostojic Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Berrimah, Darwin NT

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Work includes infrastructure, subdivision, roadworks, and quarry works in Top End. Opportunity for full-time, great hourly rates and penalties.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Operator Roles: Immediate Start

at AWCON Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$170,000 – $190,000 per year

Seeking qualified Operators to join our team across our multiple sites across Australia

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Excavator Operator

at MPI

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Rates approx. $68/HR

Excellent rates – Super paid on all hours
Long Term opportunities for standout candidates
Mid West Location

Excellent rates – Super paid on all hours
Long Term opportunities for standout candidates
Mid West Location

2/1 roles, Rates up to $68/HR, Super on all hours,

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

28d ago

Listed six hours ago

Operators

at Workfast

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pimpama, Gold Coast QLD

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

Seeking a skilled Operators across Gold Coast quarries

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6h ago

Listed seven days ago

Civil Operators | FIFO

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive Rates
Weekly Pay
Immediate Starts

Competitive Rates
Weekly Pay
Immediate Starts

Techforce are seeking experienced civil operators - APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Loader/Excavator Mobile Crushing Operators

at CoreStaff Newcastle & Hunter

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Hunter Valley region - multiple sites
Immediate starts + weekly pay!
Ongoing work for experienced Mobile Crushing Operators

Hunter Valley region - multiple sites
Immediate starts + weekly pay!
Ongoing work for experienced Mobile Crushing Operators

Be part of large‑scale mobile crushing projects across Hunter Valley mine & quarry sites. Seeking experienced operators.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Mobile Plant Operator

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

2/1 Roster, possible 8/6 or 2/2 | Temp to Perm opportunities
FIFO ex Perth | Hourly Rate from $53-75p/h
Weekly Pay, Paid Super on all hours worked!

2/1 Roster, possible 8/6 or 2/2 | Temp to Perm opportunities
FIFO ex Perth | Hourly Rate from $53-75p/h
Weekly Pay, Paid Super on all hours worked!

Urgently seeking Mobile Plant Operators to work in WA Mining Industry. FIFO ex Perth 2/1 Roster, possible 8/6 or 2/2, weekly pay, super on all hours!

Recruited byTom Fitzgerald

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

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