Field Ecologist Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jun 2026

Our Natural Areas team delivers programs and initiatives that support biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability and community education.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Officer Weed Biocontrol

at Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Orange, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

Lead research directly reducing the risk of invasive weeds across NSW landscapes
Identify and develop effective biocontrol solutions for priority weeds in NSW
Engage with various stakeholders for approval of new weed biocontrol agents

Lead research directly reducing the risk of invasive weeds across NSW landscapes
Identify and develop effective biocontrol solutions for priority weeds in NSW
Engage with various stakeholders for approval of new weed biocontrol agents

Lead and deliver weed research and innovative biocontrol solutions to support evidence-based weed management across NSW.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Environmental Officer

at Port Stephens Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Raymond Terrace, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

$82,208 – $96,718 per year + 12% Super + Allowance

You directly shape the biodiversity, sustainability, and coastal health of PSC
Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements
Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

You directly shape the biodiversity, sustainability, and coastal health of PSC
Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements
Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

Shape Port Stephens' future by leading vital sustainability, biodiversity, and coastal protection projects in a community focused team.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Research Fellow in Community Ecology / Spatial Ecology

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Lead innovative coastal field experiments and quantitative ecological research to understand the rules structuring marine biodiversity across space.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Assistant Principal Ranger (Tech Support)

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD

$119,802 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed Term Temporary with possibility of extension
$119,802 - $127,941 per annum
Generous superannuation

Fixed Term Temporary with possibility of extension
$119,802 - $127,941 per annum
Generous superannuation

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, land management and working collaboratively.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Environmental Specialist

at Zoom Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton North, Melbourne VIC

$45 - $55 p.h.

3 - 6 month contract role with potential for extension
$45-$55 p/h (negotiable based on experience)

3 - 6 month contract role with potential for extension
$45-$55 p/h (negotiable based on experience)

Environmental Specialist Laverton, VIC 3-6 Month Contract | Day Shift | $45-$55 per Hour + Super (Negotiable Based on Experience)

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Geologist

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$65 - $75 an hour

Diverse Projects - Work across multiple commodities and terrains
Flexible Rosters - 2/2 8/6 or 2/1
Unique Locations - From remote greenfields exploration to mine geology

Diverse Projects - Work across multiple commodities and terrains
Flexible Rosters - 2/2 8/6 or 2/1
Unique Locations - From remote greenfields exploration to mine geology

Western Australia Geologist positions

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Trainee Horticulturalist

at City of South Perth

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Perth, Perth WA

$62812 - $74294 p.a. + plus superannuation

Contribute towards creating a vibrant and enriched local community
Enjoy work-life balance & a culture focused on support & recognition
5 weeks annual leave, superannuation co-contribution & wellbeing initiatives

Contribute towards creating a vibrant and enriched local community
Enjoy work-life balance & a culture focused on support & recognition
5 weeks annual leave, superannuation co-contribution & wellbeing initiatives

Undertake on-the-job learning alongside the City's Parks & Environment teams, while studying towards a Certificate III in Horticulture

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Turf Agronomy Assistant / Natural Turf Sports Surfaces

at Endeavour Turf Professionals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cheltenham, Melbourne VIC

$30 – $40 per hour

Safe friendly supportive equal opportunity inclusive team environment business
Based upon experience excellent base rate for right candidate
Immediate Start in Melbourne Bayside Location (Cheltenham 3192)

Safe friendly supportive equal opportunity inclusive team environment business
Based upon experience excellent base rate for right candidate
Immediate Start in Melbourne Bayside Location (Cheltenham 3192)

Seeking a reliable agronomist field assistant. Friendly safe supportive inclusive team environment. Immediate start Bayside, excellent base rate.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Exploration Geologist

at Crossroads Gold Corp (TSXV: CRG)

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eden, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$120,000 – $135,000 + Super

Work across active mineral exploration projects across South East Australia
Field-based role with travel and exposure to all exploration stages
12-month contract with competitive remuneration and potential extension

Work across active mineral exploration projects across South East Australia
Field-based role with travel and exposure to all exploration stages
12-month contract with competitive remuneration and potential extension

Contract exploration role with meaningful impact. Competitive package. Field & office work. NSW gold projects.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Assistant Principal Ranger (Tech Support)

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maryborough, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD

$119,802 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed Term Temporary with possibility of extension
$119,802 - $127,941 per annum
Generous superannuation

Fixed Term Temporary with possibility of extension
$119,802 - $127,941 per annum
Generous superannuation

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, land management and working collaboratively.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Geologist_AES

at Anytime Exploration Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Immediate Start
Great Rates
Various Rosters

Immediate Start
Great Rates
Various Rosters

Join AES as an Exploration Geologist and work on exciting field projects across Australia, mapping, sampling, and supporting drilling programs.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Horticulturist

at Toowoomba Regional Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Charlton, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$1,307.56 gross per week, plus benefits.
Temporary Full time position until 18 June 2028, based at Charlton.
9 day fortnight.

$1,307.56 gross per week, plus benefits.
Temporary Full time position until 18 June 2028, based at Charlton.
9 day fortnight.

Grow your career as part of a talented team at Toowoomba Regional Council!

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

10d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Field Officer (Grade 1-2) Identified

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Narooma, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$58,863 to $64,620 + Superannuation

You will join a supportive team within NPWS
Working towards conservation of the natural environment and Aboriginal Heritage
Are you a nature lover? This is the perfect role for you!

You will join a supportive team within NPWS
Working towards conservation of the natural environment and Aboriginal Heritage
Are you a nature lover? This is the perfect role for you!

Aboriginal Identified Opportunity - Field Officer Identified (Grade 1-2) for NPWS

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Geologist

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive Rate

FIFO role
Contribute across mine development, ramp-up and production stages.
Work with a well-established mining company

FIFO role
Contribute across mine development, ramp-up and production stages.
Work with a well-established mining company

Geology opportunity supporting grade control, ore control and production activities across hard rock mining operations.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Horticulturalist - Wollongong Botanic Garden

at Wollongong City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$78929 - $82345 p.a. + Plus Superannuation

Grow your horticulture career creating inspiring plant displays!
Learn hands-on with experts in a leading Botanic Garden team!
Help bring vibrant, world-class garden spaces for visitors enjoy every day!

Grow your horticulture career creating inspiring plant displays!
Learn hands-on with experts in a leading Botanic Garden team!
Help bring vibrant, world-class garden spaces for visitors enjoy every day!

Learn hands-on with expert horticulturalists while contributing to iconic Botanic Garden collections.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

12d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Indoor Environment Specialist

at CFT Building Consultants & Engineers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$135,000 – $150,000 per year

Exciting new program!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Evaporation Technologies)

at University of Southern Queensland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$112,845 to $129,580pa + 17% Super + Leave Loading

Apply your research expertise to real-world water management challenges in the Northern Murray Darling Basin.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Environmental Scientist

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kwinana Beach, Perth WA

AUD 70 - 75 per hour, Plus Superannuation

Perth-based role in Kwinana – be home every night (no FIFO)
Long-term, stable opportunity within a major industrial operation
Hands-on environmental role working directly with site operations

Perth-based role in Kwinana – be home every night (no FIFO)
Long-term, stable opportunity within a major industrial operation
Hands-on environmental role working directly with site operations

Site-based Environmental Advisor role in Kwinana – hands-on compliance, monitoring, and operations. No FIFO, long-term opportunity.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Archaeologists

at Yulur Heritage

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Redcliffe, Perth WA

Working closely with Traditional Owners on their priority projects
Flexible casual and twelve month contract opportunities
Variety of archaeological projects and workstreams

Working closely with Traditional Owners on their priority projects
Flexible casual and twelve month contract opportunities
Variety of archaeological projects and workstreams

The role assists preserving and managing Muntulgura Guruma cultural heritage, working on field and office based projects.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Evaporation Technologies)

at University of Southern Queensland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Goondiwindi, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$112,845 to $129,580pa + 17% Super + Leave Loading

Apply your research expertise to real-world water management challenges in the Northern Murray Darling Basin.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Assistant / Natural Turf Sports Surfaces

at Endeavour Turf Professionals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cheltenham, Melbourne VIC

$30 – $40 per hour

Safe friendly supportive equal opportunity inclusive team environment business
Based upon experience excellent base rate for right candidate
Immediate Start in Melbourne Bayside Location (Cheltenham 3192)

Safe friendly supportive equal opportunity inclusive team environment business
Based upon experience excellent base rate for right candidate
Immediate Start in Melbourne Bayside Location (Cheltenham 3192)

Seeking a reliable field assistant. Friendly safe supportive inclusive team environment. Immediate start Bayside, excellent base rate.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

25d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Protected Area Coordinator - National Parks (NP) & CYPAL

at Cape York Natural Resource Management

This is a Contract/Temp job

Coen, Cairns & Far North QLD

$85,000 – $90,000 per year

Remote Incentive Allowance
Accomodation and vehicl provided
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading

Remote Incentive Allowance
Accomodation and vehicl provided
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading

The Protected Area Coordinator NP CYPAL plays a key role in coordinating field-based activities, and supporting Ranger work programs.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Rangers (x 3)

at Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manjimup, Bunbury & South West WA

Working on Boodja in a small and dynamic team to protect cultural heritage and the environment.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Field Team Supervisor (004)

at AWX Townsville

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

AUD 48 - 49 per hour

If you're physically fit, enjoy working outdoors, and want to contribute to protecting Australia's natural ecosystems, this could be the role for you!

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Exploration Geologist

at Nimrod Resources Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

$150,000 – $170,000 per year

Exploration Geologist Hybrid (Desktop Work - Anywhere in Australia) | Bourke NSW (Field Work) Campaign-based Field Roster (~40% Field Work)

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

15d ago

Listed three days ago

Qualified Groundsperson

at City of Greater Geelong

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geelong, South West Coast VIC

Band 4 $76,010 pa +super pro rata

Local Government opportunity
Join a skilled team
Maintain specialised turf spaces

Local Government opportunity
Join a skilled team
Maintain specialised turf spaces

Join our Parks and Natural Assets team! Ensuring top-tier turf maintenance in the City's specialised areas, including golf courses and ovals.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Samford, Brisbane QLD

$73,858 - $80,824 p.a.

Temporary until 31 August 2026 with possibility of extension
Work in a collaborative environment
#Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts

Temporary until 31 August 2026 with possibility of extension
Work in a collaborative environment
#Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts

Committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

13d ago

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