Ethical Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Board Director

This is a Contract/Temp job

selectability is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced person to join our skills-based Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

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Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

at CIHE Australia (previously Crown Institute of Higher Education)

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

$65,863 – $97,708 per year

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

You will work closely with the Executive Dean to develop new Masters degrees in Allied Health specialisations.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed two days ago

Senior Policy Officer

at Crime and Corruption Commission

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Senior Policy Officer

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Board Director

at selectability

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

selectability is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced person to join our skills-based Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Human Research Ethics Committee Chairperson

at Townsville Hospital and Health Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Become a part of TOWNSVILLE and create a tropical lifestyle
Competitive remuneration
A flexible & inclusive working environment

Become a part of TOWNSVILLE and create a tropical lifestyle
Competitive remuneration
A flexible & inclusive working environment

Flexible temporary part time position, 22.8 hours per fortnight, up to 36 months

subClassification: Medical AdministrationMedical Administration

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed one minute ago

Executive Assistant to the CEO

at Danila Dilba Health Service

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$88,643 – $97,425 per year

Darwin's only Aboriginal community-controlled health service
6 weeks annual leave + 5 paid days during Christmas shutdown
Salary packaging up to $15990 per annum

Darwin's only Aboriginal community-controlled health service
6 weeks annual leave + 5 paid days during Christmas shutdown
Salary packaging up to $15990 per annum

Provides high quality, confidential and timely executive support to the CEO and to the Board to achieve the strategic objectives of DDHS.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1m ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Human Research Ethics Committee Chairperson

at Townsville Hospital and Health Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Become a part of TOWNSVILLE and create a tropical lifestyle
Competitive remuneration
A flexible & inclusive working environment

Become a part of TOWNSVILLE and create a tropical lifestyle
Competitive remuneration
A flexible & inclusive working environment

Flexible temporary part time position, 22.8 hours per fortnight, up to 36 months

subClassification: Medical AdministrationMedical Administration

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Project Officer

at Education Centre of Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW

Flexible work arrangements
Attractive campus location
Having a direct impact on the business

Flexible work arrangements
Attractive campus location
Having a direct impact on the business

Exciting opportunity for a Project Officer at ECA Higher Education, Parramatta office. Apply now!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

23h ago

Listed two days ago

Director (Strategy, Performance, Risk and Governance)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$166,623 - $174,339 p.a.

Temporary, Flexible Full-time role with possible extension
12.75% Superannuation, 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading allowance
Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements available

Temporary, Flexible Full-time role with possible extension
12.75% Superannuation, 4 weeks annual leave + leave loading allowance
Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements available

As Director (SPRG), you will manage a multifunctional area, align TMR’s strategy, drive governance, and support decisions

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Research and Ethics Training Program Coordinator

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $111,643 - $121,045 p.a. (HEW 7) plus super & annual leave loading
Contribute to nationally significant research and systems change
Collaborative, values-driven environment with meaningful social impact

From $111,643 - $121,045 p.a. (HEW 7) plus super & annual leave loading
Contribute to nationally significant research and systems change
Collaborative, values-driven environment with meaningful social impact

Join Macquarie University and contribute to a nationally significant research initiative focused on gendered violence.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Behaviour Support Practitioner

at Just Feel Psychology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Essendon, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$130 per hour

Melbourne BSP contractor role: flexible remote/community work, ethical practice, supervision, autonomy & competitive pay + super.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Board Chair and Director Opportunities

at Relationships Australia Western Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Leederville, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Remunerated Board appointment
Three-year appointments, up to a maximum term of nine years
Respected for-purpose organisation

Remunerated Board appointment
Three-year appointments, up to a maximum term of nine years
Respected for-purpose organisation

Relationships Australia WA is recruiting two Directors, with one appointment intended to assume the role of Board Chair

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

5d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Principal Advisor (Change and Adoption)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carseldine, Brisbane QLD

$133,603 - $143,125 per annum

Temporary, Flexible Full-time opportunity in TMR's Digital Enablement Unit
36.25 hour work week | Free parking | Close to public transport
Salary packaging options | Ongoing training and development opportunities

Temporary, Flexible Full-time opportunity in TMR's Digital Enablement Unit
36.25 hour work week | Free parking | Close to public transport
Salary packaging options | Ongoing training and development opportunities

Lead change and AI adoption at TMR — uplift capability, coach leaders and teams, and embed smarter digital ways of working.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

14d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

HR Shared Services Officer (Compensation & Benefits)

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Salary: $88,670 - $100,815 per annum + 17% superannuation
Full-time, fixed term role until 31st of December 2026
Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Salary: $88,670 - $100,815 per annum + 17% superannuation
Full-time, fixed term role until 31st of December 2026
Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Deliver excellence in people services and help shape a seamless employee experience

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

22h ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Project Officer

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive Salary
Generous Superannuation and Leave Loading
Exciting Opportunity

Competitive Salary
Generous Superannuation and Leave Loading
Exciting Opportunity

The Healthcare Purchasing and System Performance Division is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Officer to join the team.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Associate

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $107770 p.a. + 17% super

Contribute to Aboriginal led, community focused maternal and child health resear
Support grants, reviews, ethics, data applications and high quality publications
Build research skills within a collaborative, culturally respectful environment

Contribute to Aboriginal led, community focused maternal and child health resear
Support grants, reviews, ethics, data applications and high quality publications
Build research skills within a collaborative, culturally respectful environment

Early career Research Associate supporting Aboriginal led maternal and child health research to deliver meaningful, community driven impact.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

HR Coordinator part time contract role

at A.Menarini Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chatswood, Sydney NSW

Flexibility
work life balance
great culture

Flexibility
work life balance
great culture

Discover a HR role that truly fits your life with this part-time, hybrid position based in Chatswood, offering the ultimate flexibility.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

16h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

at CIHE Australia (previously Crown Institute of Higher Education)

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

$65,863 – $97,708 per year

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

You will work closely with the Executive Dean to develop new Masters degrees in Allied Health specialisations.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

15d ago

Listed one day ago

Assistant Manager - Heritage & Research

at Yued Aboriginal Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$105,314 – $113,908 pa + super + salary packaging

5 weeks annual leave per year + 17.5% leave loading
Heritage protection and conservation programs
Salary packaging (up to $15,899 + meal/entertainment benefit of $2,650 a year)

5 weeks annual leave per year + 17.5% leave loading
Heritage protection and conservation programs
Salary packaging (up to $15,899 + meal/entertainment benefit of $2,650 a year)

Promote understanding of and respect for Noongar heritage, culture, attachment to land and contemporary issues in the wider community.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Human Resources - Learning & Development Officer

at Queensland Fruit & Vegetable Growers Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $100,000 / year depending on experience

Join a high-impact National Program with strong growth ambitions
Build practical tools and training from the ground up
Shape fair, compliant workplaces across Australian agriculture

Join a high-impact National Program with strong growth ambitions
Build practical tools and training from the ground up
Shape fair, compliant workplaces across Australian agriculture

Join Fair Farms to shape compliant workplaces in agriculture. Turn complex requirements into practical tools, training, and real-world solutions.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Event/Admin Coordinator

at Key Business Advisors

This is a Contract/Temp job

Notting Hill, Melbourne VIC

We are looking for an experienced Event/Administration Coordinator to join our team for a 6 month contract.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Digital Health Trainer - Cairns Hospital

at Cairns & Hinterland Hospital and Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Enjoy an attractive salary with salary packaging options
Opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual
Opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual

Enjoy an attractive salary with salary packaging options
Opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual
Opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented individual

Busy multidisciplinary team in modern well-equipped facility. Attractive conditions and career development opportunities offered.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Social Work Cadet

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kallangur, Brisbane QLD

Contribute to continuous improvement in patient care and service quality.
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements
Our Values - Respect, Teamwork, Compassion, High Performance and Integrity

Contribute to continuous improvement in patient care and service quality.
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements
Our Values - Respect, Teamwork, Compassion, High Performance and Integrity

Fixed-term part-time opportunity to provide clinical support and build skills while completing study towards a Health Practitioner qualification.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Research and Evaluation Officer

at Canteen

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Bring your research and evaluation skills to a leading not-for-profit and love what you do!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Manager, Governance & Leadership

at Wunan

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kununurra, Broome & Kimberley WA(Hybrid)

Play a key role in improving governance, management practices, and community outcomes through culturally responsive, place-based engagement at Wunan.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Lead, Major Gifts - Remote

at Australian Rural Leadership Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Remote)

$115k to $120k per annum plus super

Flexible, Australia‑wide working arrangements with a values‑driven national NFP
High‑impact leadership role driving philanthropy for rural Australia
Shape and grow a major gifts program alongside Executives & Board members

Flexible, Australia‑wide working arrangements with a values‑driven national NFP
High‑impact leadership role driving philanthropy for rural Australia
Shape and grow a major gifts program alongside Executives & Board members

Lead major gifts for a national not‑for‑profit, securing high‑value philanthropy to strengthen rural, regional and remote Australia.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Deputy Commissioner Operations - South

at Queensland Ambulance Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Spring Hill, Brisbane QLD

$254,370 - $263,660 p.a.

Contract
$290,649 - $301,265 per annum (Total Remuneration Package)
Generous Superannuation

Contract
$290,649 - $301,265 per annum (Total Remuneration Package)
Generous Superannuation

The Deputy Commissioner is a key executive leadership role within the QAS and the provides a superior level of support to the Commissioner.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Secondary Teacher (Science)

at Brisbane Catholic Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Noosaville, Sunshine Coast QLD

$86,601- $124,725 + 12.75% Super

Join St Teresa's College and ignite a passion for learning
Contract role commencing mid June or Term 3 until end of 2026 school year
Support students learning across years 7 - 10 science

Join St Teresa's College and ignite a passion for learning
Contract role commencing mid June or Term 3 until end of 2026 school year
Support students learning across years 7 - 10 science

Inspire active, curious learners at St Teresa's College teaching Science, across years 7 - 10 until the end of 2026 school year

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

23h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Dog Trainer

at RSPCA WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Albany & Great Southern WA

Make a meaningful difference to animal welfare by delivering ethical, positive dog training in the community.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Legal Officer

at Department of Justice

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.

Temporary flexible full-time
$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.
12.75% superannuation, locality allowance and leave loading

Temporary flexible full-time
$102,817 to $111,975 p.a.
12.75% superannuation, locality allowance and leave loading

Expressions of Interest are called for a Legal Officer in Townsville on a temporary flexible full-time basis.

subClassification: Criminal & Civil LawCriminal & Civil Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

2d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Admin Support Officer - St Patrick's College, GYMPIE

at Brisbane Catholic Education

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gympie, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD

$34.17/hr + 12.75% Super

Join St Patricks College and deliver efficient administrative support
Contract role commencing June, until end of 2026 school year
Ensure the smooth and dynamic admin operation of the school

Join St Patricks College and deliver efficient administrative support
Contract role commencing June, until end of 2026 school year
Ensure the smooth and dynamic admin operation of the school

Play a vital role at St Patricks College in delivering efficient and impactful administrative support until the end of 2026 school year

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

23h ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Education Advisor - Inclusive Education

at Brisbane Catholic Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolloongabba, Brisbane QLD

Salary: $137,560 - $152,836 plus super

Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
Fixed Term | July - December 2026 (Commencing 06 July 2026)
Lead inclusive education support across inner-city primary schools

Full-time | Flexible working arrangements available
Fixed Term | July - December 2026 (Commencing 06 July 2026)
Lead inclusive education support across inner-city primary schools

Drive inclusive education outcomes by partnering with schools to embed evidence-based practices and system improvement.

subClassification: Teaching - PrimaryTeaching - Primary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

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