Laboratory Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed two days ago

Laboratory Technician

This is a Contract/Temp job

PERSOL APAC is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Chemical Service Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Smithfield, Sydney NSW

AUD 45 - 55 per hour, $44–$45 + super, start ASAP

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Technical Chemical Service Technician | Site-based | Smithfield | Water treatment & chemical programmes | Global chemicals co.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Laboratory Operations Officer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

AUD 50 - 51 per hour

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Join a leading government laboratory as a Laboratory Operations Officer, supporting accredited environmental and food testing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

$40.23/hr (incl. casual loading)

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

Routine analysis of samples using microbiological and chemical techniques. Sample collection. Follow GMP standards.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Laboratory Technician - Medical Device assessment - FED GOVT

at HiTech Personnel

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Support Australia’s medical device safety and regulation!
3 year contract!!
Canberra‑based role – Federal Government laboratory environment!

Support Australia’s medical device safety and regulation!
3 year contract!!
Canberra‑based role – Federal Government laboratory environment!

FED GOVT seeks experienced Laboratory Technician to conduct laboratory testing and analyse scientific and engineering data relating to medical devices

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

29d ago

Listed two days ago

Technical Officer Scientific

at AGL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Traralgon, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Play a vital role in the Scientific Services team, ensuring the operation & monitoring of water treatment and chemical plants at AGL Loy Yang.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Scientist - Transfusions

at Mater Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$44.99 - $60.35hr + Super + Salary Packaging

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Mater Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to join our Transfusion team to primarily cover evening/ night shifts.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Graduate Program

at VFV Pty Ltd.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mitcham, Melbourne VIC

$72,500 per year

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A great introduction to the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry in Australia. Get experience in critical roles with

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

17d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

TO2 Laboratory Technician

at Evolve Scientific

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dutton Park, Brisbane QLD

AUD 48.10 per hour

Govt TO2 Technical Officer role to Jan 2027 (Agri-Science, Microbial Ecology)
Lab prep, sample processing, media prep, general lab support
Science qual + lab experience; Q Fever vax & driver’s licence required

Govt TO2 Technical Officer role to Jan 2027 (Agri-Science, Microbial Ecology)
Lab prep, sample processing, media prep, general lab support
Science qual + lab experience; Q Fever vax & driver’s licence required

TO2 Technical Officer. Lab prep, sample processing, microbiology work. Science qual + lab exp required. Q Fever vax + driver’s licence.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Medical Scientist Continuous Shift

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$3,030.00 - $4,453.50 per fortnight plus super

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Deliver multidisciplinary pathology services within a 24/7 hospital laboratory environment.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Laboratory Technician (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) - Environmental

at Assured Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tennyson, Brisbane QLD

An exciting opportunity to analyse samples to ensure client compliance with environmental regulations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Medical Scientist

at Department of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

$73,834 to $111,364 per annum + 12% Super

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Join a supportive pathology team and contribute to delivering high-quality diagnostic services. You’ll process specimens, perform laboratory testing,

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Analytical Chemist

at Evolve Scientific

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

12 month contract
Located in Port Melbourne
On site parking

12 month contract
Located in Port Melbourne
On site parking

A great opportunity to join a well known organization for a 12 month contract

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed six days ago

Medical Laboratory Scientist Anatomical Pathology

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$3,030.00 - $4,453.50 per fortnight plus super

Work within a specialised Molecular Morphology laboratory
Exposure to advanced IHC, ISH and referral testing services
Support statewide diagnostic and Anatomical Pathology services

Work within a specialised Molecular Morphology laboratory
Exposure to advanced IHC, ISH and referral testing services
Support statewide diagnostic and Anatomical Pathology services

Deliver advanced histology and Molecular Morphology services within a specialised pathology laboratory.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Staff Engineer

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darlington, Sydney NSW

$112628 - $122702 p.a. + 17% Super

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Ensuring that all activities within the work area comply with applicable Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards, aligning with University policy

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Western Diagnostic Pathology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Winnellie, Darwin NT

Join one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations
Play a part in providing quality healthcare to the people in our communities
Have access to the Healius network's exclusive discounts, benefits and more

Join one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations
Play a part in providing quality healthcare to the people in our communities
Have access to the Healius network's exclusive discounts, benefits and more

Work with one of Australia's leading ASX-listed healthcare companies that is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Laboratory Technician

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$35 – $38 per hour + super

16-24 hours per week
Work between 8am-5pm across 2-3 days
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

16-24 hours per week
Work between 8am-5pm across 2-3 days
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

Great opportunity for recent school leavers or candidates with Year 12 science studies looking to gain hands-on experience in the mining.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrith, Sydney NSW

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Help care for the animals that care for our planet. Grow your career at a certified Great Place to Work® with flexibility, heart, and purpose.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

20d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

APS5 Lab Technician

at SOS Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Rates negotiable

Position: APS5 Lab Technician Location: Canberra, ACT Start date: ASAP Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend Pay rate:

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

29d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Technical / Laboratory Assistant - School of Medical Sciences

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months
Exciting opportunity to be a Laboratory Assistant with Associate Professor You
Base Salary starting from $83,038 + 17% superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months
Exciting opportunity to be a Laboratory Assistant with Associate Professor You
Base Salary starting from $83,038 + 17% superannuation

We are seeking a Technical / Laboratory Assistant to provide technical support and research assistance within a laboratory environment.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Laboratory Technician

at AWX Executive

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yatala, Gold Coast QLD

Multiple Positions Available
Casual with Full Time Hours (Ongoing)
Start ASAP , based in YATALA

Multiple Positions Available
Casual with Full Time Hours (Ongoing)
Start ASAP , based in YATALA

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician roles available in Yatala. Casual full‑time positions with training and hands‑on metallurgical testing experie

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 45 - 50 per hour

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract Process Engineer role in SE Melbourne, focused on wastewater, chemical treatment and hands-on plant ops.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Innovation Technologist

at Patties Foods Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pakenham, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC(Hybrid)

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

Utilise your Food Technology or Pastry expertise to help develop recipes for one of Australia's most iconic pie brands — Patties Foods.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17h ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

APS 5 Laboratory Technician

at On Q Recruitment Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

In line with APS5 banding

APS 5 laboratory role testing medical devices in a regulated environment. Ideal for science or engineering candidates with practical lab experience

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Molecular Scientist

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$5,557.50 - $5,798.90 per fortnight plus super

Career development
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

Career development
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

To provide support in scientific leadership and management to the Supervising Scientist of the Molecular Diagnostic Unit (MDU)/Infectious Diseases

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Laboratory Analyst Level III (Chemistry Inorganics)

at Merieux Nutrisciences Asure Quality (Australia)

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

Hands-on role where your testing, analysis, and data interpretation
Manage exciting projects such as webinars, social media campaigns, website
Supportive team with opportunities for career growth and skill development

Hands-on role where your testing, analysis, and data interpretation
Manage exciting projects such as webinars, social media campaigns, website
Supportive team with opportunities for career growth and skill development

Pivotal role in ensuring food safety and public health

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

28d ago

Listed seven days ago

Lab technician and process operator

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

Short-term Lab & Process Operators role on 8/6 roster supporting sampling, testing & filtration in remote mining ops BIBO Townsville

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Quality Technologists (Afternoon & Night Shift)

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murarrie, Brisbane QLD

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

Ideal for manufacturing professionals with strong QA/food safety skills, experienced in RCA, non-conformance, complaints, and process improvement.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Assistant Materials Officer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warwick, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$60 - $64.79 p.h.

4x Assistant Materials Officers | June-Nov '26 | Warwick & Toowoomba | $60-$64.79 ph | Physical field work & testing.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed one hour ago

Process Engineer

at Hays | Defence

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bendigo, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC

Bendigo Based
Contracting Opportunity
Exciting, Innovative Project

Bendigo Based
Contracting Opportunity
Exciting, Innovative Project

Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Opportunity to work on a high technical Defence Project Your new company An established

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1h ago

Listed four days ago

Research Assistant

at Bayside Health

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Fixed Term – 3 months Part-time: 30.4 hours per fortnight Classification: Medical Scientist Grade 1 Location: Alfred Health Staff benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Laboratory and Technical Support Officer

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

5 weeks of annual recreation leave, 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers
Up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
Monday - Friday work roster

5 weeks of annual recreation leave, 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers
Up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
Monday - Friday work roster

Support immersive, high‑quality clinical education through hands‑on technical expertise in laboratory-based teaching.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

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