Entry Level Process Plant Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed twenty two days ago

Process Technician (Entry Level)

at Zenith Search

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

$41 - $42 p.h.

Join the processing team to get your foot in the door
Ongoing opportunity with a lifestyle roster
Only open to local residence must be within 1 hour

Join the processing team to get your foot in the door
Ongoing opportunity with a lifestyle roster
Only open to local residence must be within 1 hour

If you are looking for a pathway into the industry this is a great way to do so! Work closely with a highly regarded company to begin your career!

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

22d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Plant Operator

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Weipa, Cairns & Far North QLD

AUD 50 - 54 per hour

Full Training Provided
Residential Role
4/5/5 Roster

Full Training Provided
Residential Role
4/5/5 Roster

New to Industry Operators with full training

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

14h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Process Operator

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Erskine Park, Sydney NSW

AUD 32.31 per hour

On-going contract | Immediate Start
Production | Barcoding & Labelling | Quality Focus
Clean Manufacturing Environment | Day Shift

On-going contract | Immediate Start
Production | Barcoding & Labelling | Quality Focus
Clean Manufacturing Environment | Day Shift

Process Operator | Barcoding & Labelling Pilot | Production Environment | Immediate Start Wednesday 6th of May

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Operator Refinery Process Trainee

at South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Collie, Bunbury & South West WA

Base | Bonus | Additional super

Two-year Traineeship Program | Obtain Cert III in Process Plant Operations
Annual bonus | 5 wks annual leave | Shift allowance
Seeking enthusiastic, committed individuals, who are driven and self-motivated

Two-year Traineeship Program | Obtain Cert III in Process Plant Operations
Annual bonus | 5 wks annual leave | Shift allowance
Seeking enthusiastic, committed individuals, who are driven and self-motivated

Seeking a number of Trainee Refinery Process Operators to be part of a two-year Traineeship Program at Worsley Alumina

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Process Operator

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60 - $65

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Leading Gold mine in the Goldfields| 8/6 roster FIFO Perth | Temp to Perm or short term roles

Recruited byIsabelle Ganfield

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Machine Operator

at H People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pinkenba, Brisbane QLD

$33-$40ph + OT

up to $40p/h
Full onsite training provided
Day OR Afternoon shifts

up to $40p/h
Full onsite training provided
Day OR Afternoon shifts

Machine Operators (entry level or experienced). Pinkenba, QLD. up to $40p/h. Training provided, day/afternoon shifts, long-term opportunity available.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Operator

at Engineering Trades Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

65.00

Ongoing 8:6/7:7 Roster!
$65 an hour!
Weekly Pay Cycles!

Ongoing 8:6/7:7 Roster!
$65 an hour!
Weekly Pay Cycles!

Our clients are seeking skilled Gold Processing Operators to operate their large-scale processing plant on an ongoing 8:6/7:7 Roster!

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Process Operators and Lab Technicians - EOI

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$50-$60 hr

Super paid on all hours worked
Family friendly 8/6, 7/7 or 2/2 rosters available
Possible temp to perm oppurtunity for the right candidates

Super paid on all hours worked
Family friendly 8/6, 7/7 or 2/2 rosters available
Possible temp to perm oppurtunity for the right candidates

EOI - Lab Tech's and Process Operators

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Production Worker

at Synergy Placements

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eagle Farm, Brisbane QLD

$33 per hour
6am-2:30pm Mon-Thu, early knock off on Friday
There is full training provided for these positions

$33 per hour
6am-2:30pm Mon-Thu, early knock off on Friday
There is full training provided for these positions

Production workers needed for ASAP start in Eagle Farm area.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

2:2 Process Technician

at Protech Mining & Maintenance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 60 per hour, 2:2 Roster| Weekly Pay

2:2 Roster | World Class Facilities | Weekly Pay

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Process Technician

at Silverstone

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$60-$67 per hour + super

Long term opportunity - Potential full time offer after three months casual
2:2 roster flying from Perth every Monday
Multiple roles available as the site ramps up, great career opportunities!

Long term opportunity - Potential full time offer after three months casual
2:2 roster flying from Perth every Monday
Multiple roles available as the site ramps up, great career opportunities!

Well-established gold mining client that is ramping up a major project and expanding their processing team. 2/2 roster FIFO from Perth

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

11d ago

Listed nine days ago

Process Technician

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60 - $65

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Leading Gold mine in the Goldfields| 2/2 roster FIFO Perth | Temp to Perm or short term roles

Recruited byIsabelle Ganfield

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Technician

at Finisar

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosebery, Sydney NSW

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Are you a chemical graduate looking for an entry role or a technician with some experience or knowledge in handling chemicals or using microscopes?

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Labourer - Entry Level - Immediate Starts

at Pinpoint Personnel Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hemmant, Brisbane QLD

$33 - $35 per hour + OT

Immediate Starts and Training Provided
Weekly Pay and Progression Opportunities - $35 per hour + OT
Consistent and Ongoing hours

Immediate Starts and Training Provided
Weekly Pay and Progression Opportunities - $35 per hour + OT
Consistent and Ongoing hours

Multiple Labourer and Forklift Operator roles available, temp to perm with consistent hours, $33 - $35 per hour plus penalties

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Trainee Sample Preparer

at ALS Minerals - Geochemistry Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnie, Devonport & North West TAS

Casual role | Based in Wivenhoe
Must be flexible to do day and afternoon shift
Entry level role | Full training provided | Great team environment

Casual role | Based in Wivenhoe
Must be flexible to do day and afternoon shift
Entry level role | Full training provided | Great team environment

Leverage your fast-paced production experience by joining our Sample Preparation team at a leading global company.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Operators / Technicians

at NUCREW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Up to $68 p/h + Weekly Pay + Super on All Hours

Multiple roster options FIFO ex Perth - 8:6, 2:1 & 2:2
Immediate and upcoming start dates available
Long-term roles with established mineral processors

Multiple roster options FIFO ex Perth - 8:6, 2:1 & 2:2
Immediate and upcoming start dates available
Long-term roles with established mineral processors

Process Plant Operators wanted for temp-to-perm FIFO roles across multiple WA sites. Mineral processing experience highly desirable.

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Machine Operator - Northern Suburbs

at EOC Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Day & Afternoon Shift plus Overtime
$35 - $45 per hour
On-going work for the right candidates

Day & Afternoon Shift plus Overtime
$35 - $45 per hour
On-going work for the right candidates

Machine operators wanted for day & Afternoon shift in the northern suburbs | Great Pay | Overtime

Recruited byJessica Mills

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Trainee MPU Operator

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$44.73 per hour flat

Family friendly - 8/6 Roster
No mining experience required!
Long Term Opportunity

Family friendly - 8/6 Roster
No mining experience required!
Long Term Opportunity

Looking to break into the mining industry? This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with full training provided.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Lab technician and process operator

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

Short-term Lab & Process Operators role on 8/6 roster supporting sampling, testing & filtration in remote mining ops BIBO Townsville

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Machine Operator

at Labourpower Recruitment Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Somerton, Melbourne VIC

$37 - $48 p.h.

Immediate Start Available
Monday to Friday
Day, Afternoon & Night Shifts available

Immediate Start Available
Monday to Friday
Day, Afternoon & Night Shifts available

Looking for experienced machine operators with minimum two years experience, across three shifts, great pay and long term career. Immediate start.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12h ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Manufacturing workers

at Synergy Placements

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane Airport, Brisbane QLD

$33 per hour

Early starts 6am
Learn various machines and production techniques
Safe and friendly working environment

Early starts 6am
Learn various machines and production techniques
Safe and friendly working environment

Factory at the Brisbane Airport requires manufacturing staff

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Production Operator

at Protech TAS

This is a Contract/Temp job

George Town, Launceston & North East TAS

AUD 37.07 - 41.52 per hour

Protech is looking for Production Operators to perform work with our client, located in Bell Bay on a casual basis.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

18h ago

92 entry level process plant operator jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

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Process Technician (Entry Level)

Plant Operator

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Operator Refinery Process Trainee

Process Operator

Machine Operator

Process Operator

Process Operators and Lab Technicians - EOI

Production Worker

2:2 Process Technician

Process Technician

Process Technician

Production Technician

Labourer - Entry Level - Immediate Starts

Trainee Sample Preparer

Process Operators / Technicians

Machine Operator - Northern Suburbs

Trainee MPU Operator

Lab technician and process operator

Machine Operator

Manufacturing workers

Production Operator

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