Ground Control Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Scraper / Final Trim Grader Operators - GPS Experience

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This is a Contract/Temp job

2:1 roster - day shift only with consistent ongoing work
Paid flights, travel time, meals and accommodation provided
Performance & attendance bonuses plus excellent camp facilities

Experienced Scraper & Final Trim Grader Operators wanted! 2:1 day roster, GPS experience, paid flights, travel, meals & accommodation.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

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Civil Supervisor | FIFO | 2/1

at Optimus Fleet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$100 – $120 per hour

Putting Good People Into Good Places.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed seven days ago

Operations Controller

at Hays | Defence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide Airport, Adelaide SA

Competitive rate

Contribute to an essential emergency aviation service supporting communities
Casual opportunity with ability to work rotating roster
A supportive, inclusive and team-focused workplace culture

Casual Opportunity | Full Paid Training Provided - Aviation Operations, Adelaide

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed three hours ago

Scraper / Final Trim Grader Operators - GPS Experience

at Select Labour

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2:1 roster - day shift only with consistent ongoing work
Paid flights, travel time, meals and accommodation provided
Performance & attendance bonuses plus excellent camp facilities

Experienced Scraper & Final Trim Grader Operators wanted! 2:1 day roster, GPS experience, paid flights, travel, meals & accommodation.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

3h ago

Listed one day ago

All-Rounder Plant Operator - Civil & Exploration Support

at WestLink Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

65/hour

Starting ASAP for a potentially ongoing contract.
Water Cart, Loader, Dozer, Grader, Excavator
Complete earth moving for civil and rehab works

Hiring All-Rounder Plant Operators ASAP start. Run Water Cart, Loader, Excavator & Grader

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Fetch Recruitment

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmer, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

AUD 40 - 49 per hour, + Travel + Meals + Penalties

Ongoing oppounities
Training and upskilling
Competitive hourly rates

Are you looking to pursue a career in the civil industry?

Recruited byLaura Millar

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

8h ago

Listed one day ago

Civil Machinery Operators - Local & FIFO Roles

at Niche Resources Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Reliable pipeline of projects into 2027
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)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Watercart Operator

at iContracting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Join our growing company
Opportunity to develop your career
Attractive rewards and benefits

iContracting have opportunities to join our progressive upcoming company on exciting Pilbara based Civil earthworks projects.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed six hours ago

Plant Operators

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AUD 65 - 70 per hour

Mobile Plant Operators required for on-going work

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

6h ago

Listed four days ago

FIFO Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2/2 Roster | Paid Travel Time
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Cairns or Brisbane

We're seeking experienced Civil Plant Operators to join our client's team in Weipa, QLD.

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Experienced GPS Excavator Operator

at AWX Sunshine Coast

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Caloundra, Sunshine Coast QLD

+ Penalties + Allowances

We are looking for experienced Excavator operators with GPS and Final Trim experience for major projects across the SC!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

FIFO - All Round Operators

at Nixor Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$65.00 - $84.00 Per Hour

Gross between $4600 - $7000 per week depending on experience
2:1 roster with a mix of day and night shift
Ongoing opportunities available

Mobile Plant Operators required for major rail infrastructure projects across the Pilbara, paying exceptional hourly rates.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Equipment Operator

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Australia Plains, Yorke Peninsula & Clare Valley SA

$650 per day plus Super

Operator with MC Licence, heavy industry background, mechanical aptitude and field operations experience across energy, mining and construction

subClassification: Oil & Gas - OperationsOil & Gas - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8d ago

Listed four days ago

Civil Supervisor | FIFO | 2/1

at Optimus Fleet

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$100 – $120 per hour

Putting Good People Into Good Places.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Frontline Human Resources SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$36.50 - $60 p.h.

Immediate Starts | Adelaide & Regional SA | Ongoing Opportunities Looking for your next civil project?

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

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Loader or Excavator Operator

at Rostrevor Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Epping, Melbourne VIC

$55 – $65 per hour

Operate heavy plant on diverse construction projects. Competitive rates, safety-focused team, professional development.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Machine operator | FIFO 2/1 Roster | Weipa QLD

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Weipa, Cairns & Far North QLD

Flat Rate $58 - $60/hour - Super ALL Hours
2/1 roster - Day Shift Only
FIFO from Brisbane or Cairns

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Machine Operators for ongoing work in Weipa, Far North Queensland.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Grader Operator

at AUS Employment Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60 - $65 p.h.

Play an integral part in an exciting new project
Family friendly roster - 8:6 / 7:7
Great rates with weekly pay

AUS are looking for experienced and qualified grader operators to take part in a new project in the Pilbara - Boots on ground in mid August

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine Op

at Cranfield Group – CCS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pimpama, Gold Coast QLD

Roles starting from 45p/h, plus travel, plus OT, super and allowances
Excellent company culture, minimal staff turnover, team bonding events
Multiple locations, minimal travel, temp to perm roles and ongoing work

🚧 CIVIL OPERATORS WANTED - EXCAVATORS, DOZERS, GRADERS & MORE | BRISBANE & GOLD COAST 🚧

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Ironcore Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$44 - $58 Per Hour + Penalties + Allowances
Ongoing Work
Exciting Projects North or South!

IronCore Workforce are currently on the hunt for experienced Civil Operators for various projects across Adelaide.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Multi-Skilled Machine Operators

at RED Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive rates + paid travel
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane ONLY
2:1 roster | 12-hour days

Multi-Skilled Operators: Lock in FIFO work through to the wet Season

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Multi-skilled Machine Operators

at RED Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Competitive rates + paid travel
FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane ONLY
2:1 roster | 12-hour days

Multi-Skilled Operators: lock in FIFO work through to the wet season

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Civil Operators & Labourers

at Pandanus Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

+ Camp + Meals + FIFO from Brisbane

Long-term project with immediate starts
Camp accommodation, meals and FIFO from Brisbane provided
Join a major Central Queensland infrastructure project

Experienced GPS operators and civil Labourers wanted for a major Central Queensland infrastructure project. FIFO, camp, long-term work.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed four days ago

New To Industry Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

MUST have experience operating smaller Haul Trucks
Muswellbrook Mine Site
Lifestyle roster (4/5 on, 4/5 off)

Programmed Energy and Resources are currently seeking experienced Civil Operators for an exciting opportunity with one of our leading mining clients.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4d ago

Listed nine hours ago

FT Excavator Operator | Darwin NT

at CW People Pty Ltd

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$50-$62.50ph
Immediate Start Available
Ongoing Work | Full-Time Hours

CELOTTI WORKFORCE is currently seeking experienced Final Trim Excavator Operators for ongoing town-based civil and mining projects across Darwin, NT.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

9h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Control Room Operator

at Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dandenong South, Melbourne VIC

Play a key role in the establishment of Cleanaway's new national Control Room
Make a real impact on driver safety and wellbeing
Great salary and supportive team

We are seeking an experienced Control Room Operator to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Dandenong South.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

12d ago

Listed one day ago