Forestry Machine Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Civil & Quarry Machine Operator

This is a Contract/Temp job

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)

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Listed five hours 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)

5h 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 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 one day ago

Mill Operator

at Fuse Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taree, Port Macquarie & Mid North Coast NSW

AUD 34.01 per hour

Day shift - Mon to Fri
Leading Animal feed manufacturer
Taree, NSW

Day shift - Mon to Fri
Leading Animal feed manufacturer
Taree, NSW

Mill Operator | Taree, NSW | Day shift

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

All Round Operator

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Rates approx. $80/HR

Excellent rates – Super paid on all hours
Long Term opportunities for standout candidates
Work in a stable commodity

Excellent rates – Super paid on all hours
Long Term opportunities for standout candidates
Work in a stable commodity

Major gold clients | ASAP Start | $80/HR + Super on all hours

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Worker

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

Timberlink is a leader in sustainable timber manufacturing. The Bell Bay facility is a high-tech environment where safety and teamwork come first.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed five hours ago

Mobile Plant Operators

at IronMerge Pty Ltd

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)

5h ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operators

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albury, Albury Area NSW

Plenty of hours + work variety
Great Pay
Great team environment

Plenty of hours + work variety
Great Pay
Great team environment

We are currently seeking experienced Machine Operators and Forklift Drivers to join our team.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Final Trim GPS Operators

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2:2 Roster | 11-hour Days
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane
Accommodation + All Meals Provided

2:2 Roster | 11-hour Days
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane
Accommodation + All Meals Provided

We're chasing highly skilled Final Trim & GPS Operators to join our client's team in Weipa, QLD.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

11h 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 thirteen days ago

Machine Operators

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lennox Head, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

AUD 38 - 45 per hour, Travel+Super+Pens

50+ HOUR WEEKS PENALTIES PAID
ONGOING WORK AND FULLTIME OPPURTUINITY
IMMEDIATE START - TEMP TO PERM

50+ HOUR WEEKS PENALTIES PAID
ONGOING WORK AND FULLTIME OPPURTUINITY
IMMEDIATE START - TEMP TO PERM

Looking for multiple heavy machine operators for a civil sub division in Lennox Heads. Excavators , watercarts , FEL and Moxys

Recruited byAnton Smith

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Machine Operator

at Zoom Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Marys, Sydney NSW

$39 - $45 p.h.

Immediate start
$39.98 - Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:20pm
$45.98 - Afternoon Shift: 2:20pm - 10:40pm

Immediate start
$39.98 - Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:20pm
$45.98 - Afternoon Shift: 2:20pm - 10:40pm

Zoom Recruitment is partnering with InfraBuild Reinforcing to recruit Machine Operators for their high-volume St Marys site.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed six hours ago

Machine Operator

at National Workforce Epping

This is a Contract/Temp job

Reservoir, Melbourne VIC

$34 - $40 p.h.

Immediate Start
Working for High Profile Company
Full time opportunity!

Immediate Start
Working for High Profile Company
Full time opportunity!

An exciting opportunity has become available for Machine Operators, located in the Northern Suburbs, to start immediately working Monday to Friday.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

6h ago

Listed one day ago

Landfill Operator

at Spinifex Recruiting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Casino, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

$36 - $40 p.h. + Superannuation

Local Council Opportunities
Operate landfill plant and equipment safely
Work at the forefront of local government

Local Council Opportunities
Operate landfill plant and equipment safely
Work at the forefront of local government

Experienced landfill operator required for council site, operating plant safely while ensuring EPA compliance and daily waste operations.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Bushland Field Officer

at Wingecarribee Shire Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moss Vale, Southern Highlands & Tablelands NSW

$72,898.54 – $84,719.70 per year + 12 Super

Temporary full-time position offering 38-hours a week until October 2027
Enjoy a Rostered day off every fortnight, Salary Packaging Options and More!
Learning and Development Opportunities, including Tertiary Assistance

Temporary full-time position offering 38-hours a week until October 2027
Enjoy a Rostered day off every fortnight, Salary Packaging Options and More!
Learning and Development Opportunities, including Tertiary Assistance

Make a difference where it counts! Restore and care for Wingecarribee’s beautiful bushland, working alongside a passionate team and community.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11h ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Machine Operators - Immediate Start

at Zoom Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$38.90 - $44.73 p.h.

Competitive hourly rates plus regular overtime
Early Friday finishes for improved work/life balance
Ongoing casual roles with consistent, full-time hours

Competitive hourly rates plus regular overtime
Early Friday finishes for improved work/life balance
Ongoing casual roles with consistent, full-time hours

Zoom Recruitment is currently seeking reliable Machine Operators to join a leading steel reinforcing manufacturer

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

11h ago

Listed two days ago

Plant Operator

at Boral Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bulleen, Melbourne VIC

Full time, 12 Month Opportunity with subject to extend
Flexible Rostered Shifts!
Competitive Hourly Rate + Overtime + Allowances

Full time, 12 Month Opportunity with subject to extend
Flexible Rostered Shifts!
Competitive Hourly Rate + Overtime + Allowances

Great opportunity for a skilled plant operator to join our team on a full time 12 month contract at our busy Bulleen Concrete plant!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed six hours ago

Production Operators

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carole Park, Brisbane QLD

$32.31 - $37.16 per hour + super

Strong likelihood of permanency within 6 to 12 months!
Must be available for rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
Free onsite parking!

Strong likelihood of permanency within 6 to 12 months!
Must be available for rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
Free onsite parking!

Global manufacturer seeking production operators on an ongoing basis! Manufacturing experience is desirable! Must pass criminal, medical & drug test

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

6h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Machine Operator/Truck Driver

at Hillcrest Excavations and vegetation management

This is a Contract/Temp job

Springwood, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

$35 – $40 per hour

6 Month Contract with view to extend or make permanent. The role requires a skilled machine operator with HR Lic. Proven skills & good driving history

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Final Grader Operator

at Mills Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christmas Island, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$60.00 Per hour

Immediate start available
6:2 site-based roster
Unique lifestyle location - fishing, snorkelling, and golf on days off

Immediate start available
6:2 site-based roster
Unique lifestyle location - fishing, snorkelling, and golf on days off

We are currently seeking Final Grader & MC Drivers for an Operation on Christmas Island. Immediate start.

Recruited byDarren Browne

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

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