Junior Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed five days ago

Plant Operator

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Weipa, Cairns & Far North QLD

AUD 50 - 54 per hour

Full Training Provided
Residential Role
4/5/5 Roster

Full Training Provided
Residential Role
4/5/5 Roster

New to Industry Operators with full training

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Excavator Operator

at Buffalo Gold NT

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pine Creek, Katherine & Northern Australia NT

Machine operating mainly excavator on-site training can be provided

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Dump Truck Operator

at Corestaff Perth

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Excellent pay rate - up to $63.34p/hr depending on experience
2:1 roster
Temp to perm opportunities for the right candidate

Excellent pay rate - up to $63.34p/hr depending on experience
2:1 roster
Temp to perm opportunities for the right candidate

Dump Truck Operators Required for a 2:1 roster!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Experienced All Rounder Operators and Supervisors

at Syncline

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tom Price, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$60 – $80 per hour

Syncline Haulage Pty Ltd is seeking experienced All Rounder Operators and Supervisors to join our dynamic mining operations team in Tom Price, WA

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

FIFO Moxy / Loader Operator

at Corestaff Darwin

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$48.50

Remote NT Mine
Short Term 3-4 months
Dayshift & Nightshift required

Remote NT Mine
Short Term 3-4 months
Dayshift & Nightshift required

Moxy / Loader Operator | 20:8 Roster | FIFO ex Darwin | $48.50 p/h

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Trainee MPU Operator

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$44.73 per hour flat

Family friendly - 8/6 Roster
No mining experience required!
Long Term Opportunity

Family friendly - 8/6 Roster
No mining experience required!
Long Term Opportunity

Looking to break into the mining industry? This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with full training provided.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Ancillary Operator - Production

at Corestaff Darwin

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT(Remote)

Remote NT Mine
2:2 Roster, Dayshift & Nightshift
$46.50 to $53.00, based on exp

Remote NT Mine
2:2 Roster, Dayshift & Nightshift
$46.50 to $53.00, based on exp

Production Mining Operators | 2:2 Roster | FIFO ex Darwin | $46.50 to $53.00 p/h

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Operator Refinery Process Trainee

at South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Collie, Bunbury & South West WA

Base | Bonus | Additional super

Two-year Traineeship Program | Obtain Cert III in Process Plant Operations
Annual bonus | 5 wks annual leave | Shift allowance
Seeking enthusiastic, committed individuals, who are driven and self-motivated

Two-year Traineeship Program | Obtain Cert III in Process Plant Operations
Annual bonus | 5 wks annual leave | Shift allowance
Seeking enthusiastic, committed individuals, who are driven and self-motivated

Seeking a number of Trainee Refinery Process Operators to be part of a two-year Traineeship Program at Worsley Alumina

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

6d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Mobile Plant Operators

at KMH Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$55 - $75/hr, depending on experience

Multiple civil projects across QLD | Dozer, Grader, Loader, Excavator, Moxy, and Watercart operators | Mid June starts anticipated

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Process Operator

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Erskine Park, Sydney NSW

AUD 32.31 per hour

On-going contract | Immediate Start
Production | Barcoding & Labelling | Quality Focus
Clean Manufacturing Environment | Day Shift

On-going contract | Immediate Start
Production | Barcoding & Labelling | Quality Focus
Clean Manufacturing Environment | Day Shift

Process Operator | Barcoding & Labelling Pilot | Production Environment | Immediate Start Wednesday 6th of May

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

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

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Operator - Perth Metro & FIFO

at Core Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 50 - 65 per hour

Competitive Rates Available
Metro and Regional Works
Short and Long Term Work Available

Competitive Rates Available
Metro and Regional Works
Short and Long Term Work Available

Core Talent is hiring All Round Operators for local and regional works

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Digger Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

Immediate starts available with a leading mining contractor near Dysart
Long-term ongoing role with permanent opportunities available
Consistent 7/7 roster with 12.5-hour shifts

Immediate starts available with a leading mining contractor near Dysart
Long-term ongoing role with permanent opportunities available
Consistent 7/7 roster with 12.5-hour shifts

We are seeking skilled Excavator Operators to become part of a productive crew working across a well-established coal mining operation near Dysart.

Recruited byAmy Henry

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Plant Operator Dubbo

at Protech NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dubbo, Dubbo & Central NSW

Competitive

Plant operator Minimum MR licence 9 day fortnight Immediate start

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed fourteen days 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)

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Crushing & Screening Operators

at Programmed

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$59.15 - $62.36 p.h.

Programmed Energy & Resources are currently seeking experienced crushing & screening operators to join our dynamic team and support ongoing production

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dubbo, Dubbo & Central NSW

$35.00 - $37.00 p.h.

Programmed are seeking an experienced and reliable Civil Plant Operator to support daily quarry production activities at the Holcim Quarry in Dubbo.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Multi-Skilled Operator

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

Join a well-established mining operation near Dysart with ongoing work available
Operating haul trucks plus additional machinery across a busy mine site
Long-term ongoing role with permanent opportunities available

Join a well-established mining operation near Dysart with ongoing work available
Operating haul trucks plus additional machinery across a busy mine site
Long-term ongoing role with permanent opportunities available

Exciting opportunity for experienced All Rounder Operators to join a leading mining contractor near Dysart with ongoing work available!

Recruited byAmy Henry

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Excavator and Dozer Operators

at RecruitWest

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 65 - 68 per hour

Join a great team on a new gold project in the Mid-West
2&1 FIFO Roster from Perth
Temp to perm opportunities available

Join a great team on a new gold project in the Mid-West
2&1 FIFO Roster from Perth
Temp to perm opportunities available

Gold project mid-west WA, temp to perm, 2&1 FIFO Roster from Perth, $65-$68/hr, immediate start

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Protech SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Roxby Downs, Coober Pedy & Outback SA

Competitive

We are seeking experienced civil operators for an upcoming remote road upgrade project on the Strezlecki Track.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

21d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pimpama, Gold Coast QLD

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

Seeking a skilled Operators across Gold Coast quarries

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Control Room Operator

at Protech NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bankstown, Sydney NSW

AUD 39 - 50 per hour

Seeking experienced Control Room Operators for a role in Greenacre. ASAP start

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Underground Truck Drivers & Loader Operators

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

FIFO Townsville/Cairns or DIDO Mt Isa/Cloncurry
8/6/7/7 Roster
On-Going Opportunities

FIFO Townsville/Cairns or DIDO Mt Isa/Cloncurry
8/6/7/7 Roster
On-Going Opportunities

Underground Truck Drivers and Loader Operators required for a mine site in North West Queensland

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Excavator Operator

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$68 - $75

Roster - 2/1
Competitive Rates ($68 to $75 p/h)
Temp to Perm Opportunities

Roster - 2/1
Competitive Rates ($68 to $75 p/h)
Temp to Perm Opportunities

Great opportunity for skilled Production Mining Digger Operators, working with industry leaders.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

Assistant Robotics Operator

at Mergent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $120,000 OTE

Break into the fast-growing robotics & UAV industry with full training provided
Travel opportunities, paid accommodation & long-term career pathways available
Work on cutting-edge marine robotics, drone & industrial inspection projects

Break into the fast-growing robotics & UAV industry with full training provided
Travel opportunities, paid accommodation & long-term career pathways available
Work on cutting-edge marine robotics, drone & industrial inspection projects

Launch your robotics career with a global tech organisation supporting UAV, marine robotics & industrial inspection projects nationwide.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Mobile Plant Operators

at Amalgam Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

2 and 1 swings
Excellent long term opportunities
Excellent rates

2 and 1 swings
Excellent long term opportunities
Excellent rates

Excellent opportunity with an Australian leader in mining and civil projects

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Grader Operator - Civil

at JAG-x Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60 - $63 p.h.

Long term work across minor and major bulk earthworks and road projects
2/1 FIFO, ex Perth, dayshift only, 11.5hr shifts
$60ph + Super on all hours worked

Long term work across minor and major bulk earthworks and road projects
2/1 FIFO, ex Perth, dayshift only, 11.5hr shifts
$60ph + Super on all hours worked

Civil all-rounders who can operate at least 3 pieces of gear, must have RII Tickets and ideally a WA HR Licence. Working on minor & major projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Plant Operator

at APG Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Childers, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$45.70 per hour + super

Childers | Immediate Start
$45.70 per hour + super
ASAP start

Childers | Immediate Start
$45.70 per hour + super
ASAP start

We're currently seeking an experienced Plant Operator for a role based in Childers, with an ASAP start!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Mobile plant operators - Mining

at Randstad - Inhouse Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Borroloola, Katherine & Northern Australia NT

$48.00 - $59.00 p.h. + Plus Super

Immediate start required - Experienced Civil operators, ideally located in Darwin

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

20d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Operator

at Valentis Energy Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$50 – $70 per hour

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 FIFO Roster for short term project requiring multi skilled operators.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

19d ago

Listed nine days ago

Dump Truck / Moxy / Roller/ Compactor Operators

at WYN&CO Search Recruitment & Payroll

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Immediate Start
Weekly Pay
Ongoing Work

Immediate Start
Weekly Pay
Ongoing Work

We are currently seeking civil plant operators for multiple civil and construction projects across Sydney.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

WA/SA - Underground Operators

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Long-term opportunity to build skills and grow within the business
Work with a leading contractor offering consistent work and development
Build your underground mining experience in a fast-paced, environment

Long-term opportunity to build skills and grow within the business
Work with a leading contractor offering consistent work and development
Build your underground mining experience in a fast-paced, environment

Join Byrnecut as an Underground Operator in WA or SA, with opportunities in multiple roles with strong team support, safety focus, and career growth.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Operator

at Katana Foundations

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geelong, South West Coast VIC

If you are an Operator wanting to start or grow your business - this opportunity could be the one for you. Limited opportunities are available.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

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