Index Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,046 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Shape the future of digital agriculture with impactful regional research. Join us in Mildura with industry-connected projects.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Featured

Listed three hours ago

Records and Archiving Assistant

at Randstad - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Footscray, Melbourne VIC

plus super

Records and Archiving Assistant

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

3h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Integration Engineer

at INDEX Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Competitve Daily Rates

Seeking experienced Integration Developers with deep Healthcare expertise for a Victorian State Government client.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

15d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager – Oracle Fusion Cloud (Contract)

at Fujitsu Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Unlock potential with Fujitsu—fuelling innovation!

Join a company where Purpose, Sustainability & Innovation thrive.
Inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers everyone to succeed.
Grow confidently in a supportive workplace that invests in your success.

Join a company where Purpose, Sustainability & Innovation thrive.
Inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers everyone to succeed.
Grow confidently in a supportive workplace that invests in your success.

Collaborate closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to manage scope, priorities, and delivery commitments

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Lead Climate Data Scientist (Pacific Climate Services)

at Triniti

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

attractive hourly rate

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Lead Climate Data Scientist will support a highly regarded Fed Gov agency delivering important climate and ocean science services across the region.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Analytics Specialist

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability and produce high‑value analytics using your Python expertise

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer

at Mackay Executive Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$110 – $130 per hour, plus superannuation

Join a great team & play a lead role.
Interesting and varied Linux work.
A serious fleet of Linux hosts & on-prem for security

Join a great team & play a lead role.
Interesting and varied Linux work.
A serious fleet of Linux hosts & on-prem for security

This is an opportunity to join a great team based in Sydney's CBD, on a longer-term contract role. Hybrid working environment.

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration

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

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Database Administrator

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$140 - $170 per hour including super

12 + 12 + 12 month contract
TSPV clearance required
Weekly pay + Flexible rates

12 + 12 + 12 month contract
TSPV clearance required
Weekly pay + Flexible rates

Deploy, manage and optimise enterprise databases in a collaborative team, supporting both relational and non‑relational platforms.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Policy Officer

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term till Dec 2026
Shape impactful policy that drives a leading university forward
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term till Dec 2026
Shape impactful policy that drives a leading university forward
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Shape policy, strengthen governance, and partner across teams to deliver clear, compliant frameworks in a complex university environment.

subClassification: Generalists - In-houseGeneralists - In-house

classification: Legal(Legal)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Full Stack Developer

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carseldine, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Randstad is currently working with a Queensland Government Department to find a Full Stack Developer on an initial 6 Month Contract.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

6d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER

at Brisbane City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

This position attracts a competitive remuneration

Make a real impact shaping Council’s Cyber ICT governance and security landscape
A collaborative environment committed to innovation, resilience, and service ...
Unite with enthusiastic professionals, lead with shared values and passion

Make a real impact shaping Council’s Cyber ICT governance and security landscape
A collaborative environment committed to innovation, resilience, and service ...
Unite with enthusiastic professionals, lead with shared values and passion

Lead the delivery of customer-focused Cyber ICT governance, risk, and compliance across a diverse stakeholder network.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,046 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Shape the future of digital agriculture with impactful regional research. Join us in Mildura with industry-connected projects.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

Exciting postdoctoral opportunity in translational neuroscience research focused on Parkinson's disease and neurodegeneration.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7h ago

Listed six days ago

Full Stack Developer x 2

at Talent Street

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carseldine, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Competitive

Hybrid working arrangements
QLD State Government
Contract until 4/12/2026

Hybrid working arrangements
QLD State Government
Contract until 4/12/2026

Talent Street is looking for a Full-stack developer for one of our clients in the QLD state government. It's a contract role and based in Carseldine.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

6d ago

Listed six days ago

SQL Developer

at Green Light PS Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Competitive

SQL Developer Leading company in its field 4 Month assignment (chance to extend) Based in North Ryde, Sydney– hybrid (3 days per week

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior PHP Developer

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Seeking experienced Senior PHP Developer for our banking client in Sydney. PHP | AWS | 12 Months Contract | $950 inc. per day

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mid Level C# Developer

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

8d 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 fourteen days ago

SENIOR WARD OFFICER (OFFICE MANAGER)

at Brisbane City Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Lead an office-based operation providing high quality outcomes for the community
Full time role working at Coorparoo Ward Office
Brisbane City Council is Australia's largest local government

Lead an office-based operation providing high quality outcomes for the community
Full time role working at Coorparoo Ward Office
Brisbane City Council is Australia's largest local government

As leader of a small team, your role as Senior Ward Officer (Office Manager) will be to deliver a highly effective administration and customer service

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mass Spectrometry Lead

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$131854 - $137976 p.a. + 17% super

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Take the lead in Mass Spectrometry at the Australian National Phenome Centre and help us shape the future of discovery

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Senior Database Reliability Engineer

at Bluefin Resources Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

Experienced Database Reliability Engineer with skills in PostgreSQL and/or MySQL. Large Australian company - Remote work opportunity

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

17d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Privacy Specialist AI

at The University of Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Help shape the responsible use of AI through expert privacy leadership
HE0 9: $146,197 - $154,260 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Help shape the responsible use of AI through expert privacy leadership
HE0 9: $146,197 - $154,260 plus 17% Superannuation

Contribute to AI‑focused Privacy Impact Assessments and embed Privacy by Design and data governance controls across the AI lifecycle

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

6d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

ITSM Specialist - Contract

at Alchemy Recruitment Consulting Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$600 - $700 + Super Per Day

12 Month Day Rate Contract
Inner City Location
ITSM Implementation Project

12 Month Day Rate Contract
Inner City Location
ITSM Implementation Project

Are you a senior Help Desk/Desktop Support Analyst, 2IC or Team Leader who has a passion for the Technical Admin, Config & Deployment of ITSM Tools?

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support

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

28d ago

Listed six days ago

Principal Research Fellow - Ophthalmology

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Full time fixed term for 3 years at Charles Perkins Centre
Contribute to research focused project within the Save Sight Institute
Base Salary $187,960 - $207,069 plus super

Full time fixed term for 3 years at Charles Perkins Centre
Contribute to research focused project within the Save Sight Institute
Base Salary $187,960 - $207,069 plus super

RNA Engineer developing novel oligonucleotide-based therapies targeting metabolic and mitochondrial dysfunction in optic nerve diseases.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Executive Governance Specialist

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term till 31 March 2028
Pivotal role supporting executive leadership and high‑level decision‑making
HE0 9: $146,197 - $154,260 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term till 31 March 2028
Pivotal role supporting executive leadership and high‑level decision‑making
HE0 9: $146,197 - $154,260 plus 17% Superannuation

Manage complex governance processes, coordinate executive‑level meetings & provide trusted advice in a senior stakeholder environment

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

7d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Associate Advisor, Strategic Planning and Ventures

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Join a forward‑thinking team driving strategic ventures and initiatives
HE0 7: $112,628 - $122,702 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Join a forward‑thinking team driving strategic ventures and initiatives
HE0 7: $112,628 - $122,702 plus 17% Superannuation

Drive high‑impact university initiatives by shaping strategy, supporting projects, and turning ideas into action across diverse teams.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

22d ago

Listed six days ago

Warehouse Associate

at Deciem Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

Great Company Perks and Product Discounts!
Free Onsite Parking at our Port Melbourne Warehouse!
Supporting APAC market, undergoing steep growth & expansion!

Great Company Perks and Product Discounts!
Free Onsite Parking at our Port Melbourne Warehouse!
Supporting APAC market, undergoing steep growth & expansion!

Join a fast-paced, close-knit team environment with great company perks! A great opportunity to get your foot in the door and build a career in SCM.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

6d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Software Architect - Collision Avoidance Solution (CAS)

at DXC Technology Australia & New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Cutting edge Collision Avoidance Solution project
ASAP commencement
Outstanding opportunity to grow your career within a fantastic team

Cutting edge Collision Avoidance Solution project
ASAP commencement
Outstanding opportunity to grow your career within a fantastic team

Brand new role, joining a highly successful team. Can be based anywhere in Australia but will require some travel to Perth.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

17d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Site Reliability Engineer

at Sharp & Carter Technology, Projects & Digital Brisbane

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Database-focused SRE contract role
PostgreSQL, NoSQL & observability tools
Anywhere in Australia | Major platform

Database-focused SRE contract role
PostgreSQL, NoSQL & observability tools
Anywhere in Australia | Major platform

Senior SRE contract role with a DB focus, joining a major Australian consumer platform to own reliability, observability and performance at scale.

Recruited byLachlan Carroll

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

21d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Business Traineeship

at Ai Group Apprentice & Trainee Centre

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glen Waverley, Melbourne VIC

Valuable exposure to local government and governance functions
Earn while gaining a nationally recognised qualification
Structured, predictable work environment

Valuable exposure to local government and governance functions
Earn while gaining a nationally recognised qualification
Structured, predictable work environment

Business traineeship in information management, ideal for someone who enjoys structured, process‑driven work within local government.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

17d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Product Service Consultant

at Searson Buck Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Full Stack Web/API Development
.NET/C#/JAVA - SQL/PostgreSQL
12 Months of contract with possibility of extension

Full Stack Web/API Development
.NET/C#/JAVA - SQL/PostgreSQL
12 Months of contract with possibility of extension

Full Stack Web/API Development Engineer

subClassification: Web Development & ProductionWeb Development & Production

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

16d ago

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