Marine Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Nov 2026

Major Fuel Facilities Defence project in northern WA
Australian Citizenship (requirement for Defence project)
Demonstrated experience delivering structural, mechanical, & piping construction

Deliver a major Defence and resources fuel infrastructure project near Exmouth, leading SMP works from Canning Vale on a 2-year contract.

23d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Tug Master

at Svitzer Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Albany & Great Southern WA

$575.04 per day +100% casual loading +15.5% super

Join a global towage company with nearly 200 years of maritime history
Be part of a diverse and dynamic team environment
Safety and operational excellence are top priorities

Join our casual pool and provide relief coverage to our crews.

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Policy Officer

at Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Shape your world through meaningful work with the Open Spaces team at DPHI
Develop, deliver and evaluate planning policy projects and initiatives
Find out why we love what we do for NSW!

Shape your world through meaningful work. Temporary until 30 June 2028.Parramatta NSW/flexible supported. Salary ranges $142,695 to $152,731 + super.

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Graduate Water Supply Engineer

at Riverina Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

$87,235.72 – $98,184.84 per year

Kick-start your engineering career with Riverina Water and gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of water supply operations.

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Tug Rating

at Svitzer Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Albany & Great Southern WA

$349.87 per day +100% casual loading +15.5% super

Join a global towage company with nearly 200 years of maritime history
Be part of a diverse and dynamic team environment
Safety and operational excellence are top priorities

Join our casual pool and provide relief coverage to our crews.

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Structural Engineer -Contract Position

at Morse Building Consultancy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT(Remote)

$126 – $150 per hour

Flexible schedule
Earn through a split-fee arrangement with high income potential.
Join an established national consultancy with opportunities for long-term growth

Experienced Structural Engineer for Darwin-based building consultancy undertaking structural investigations and damage assessments.

13d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Configuration Management Engineer

at Approach Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Remote)

Career Growth with Long-Term Potential
Support a Critical Defence Maritime Program
Flexible Remote Working + Multiple Vacancies

Working remotely, you'll play a key role in configuration remediation activities for Australia's naval fleet with a respected national consultancy!

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Lagger

at Randstad - Inhouse Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Casual rate + penalties, allowances & OT

Experienced Laggers required for ongoing casual work. Full time hours on offer plus overtime opportunities. Must hold Australian Citizenship

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Large Area Monitoring Scientist

at Australian Institute of Marine Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

$79,053 to $99,105 per annum plus 15.4% super

9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
Generous and supportive leave entitlements
Join our world class marine research organisation

Use your 3D photogrammetry techniques to support ecological research and biodiversity monitoring and improve understanding of ecosystems.

17d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Capability Specialist (Maritime / Submarine Capability)

at Tenacity CX

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$140 – $180 per hour

Immediate start on offer
Long term (multi-year contract)
NV1 or above clearance MANDATORY

Shape maritime capability for a high‑impact Defence program. Senior strategic analysis role, NV1 essential.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Sales and Business Development Executive

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Remote)

To be discussed confidentially

Drive growth across Australia's energy sector, developing new business, building client relationships and delivering commercial success

7d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Project Implementation Engineer/Package Engineer

at Icon Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Perth CBD location with gym and pool

ICON is seeking a Project Implementation Engineer / Package Engineer to take ownership of the path from engineering through to offshore execution

28d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Senior Project Services Manager - VRET

at Ignite

This is a Contract/Temp job

Crib Point, Mornington Peninsula & Bass Coast VIC

AUD 190000 - 220000 per annum, plus super

4 Year maximum-term appointment
Crib Point & Melbourne CBD, Vic
$192,389- $220,771 + Super

Lead PMO delivery for Victoria's flagship offshore wind project, overseeing governance, controls, risk and reporting on major infrastructure key role.

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Carpenter

at Engineering Trades Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Immediate start dates available

Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 4:00pm.
Long-term project with consistent work available.
Competitive market rates

join a major marine infrastructure remediation project South of the River.

9d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Experienced Skipper - Fish Trawl

at AUSTRALIA BAY SEAFOODS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

First Mate/Skipper for fish trawl vessel operations in Darwin, NT.

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Flood Mitigation Project Officer

at Rous County Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woodburn, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

Join a collaborative team committed to protecting and enhancing our region
Work life balance with a 9 day fortnight
Full-time, 2 year fixed term contract

Bring your talent as Flood Mitigation Project Officer to a council that values people, community, and innovation.

16d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

AO5, Senior Ranger - Compliance

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manly, Brisbane QLD

$109,705 - $119,019 p.a.

Temporary, Full-time
$109,705 - $119,019 p.a.
Generous superannuation

Lead with purpose. Protect what matters. Build a career that's anything but ordinary

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Exciting defence project - Fixed Term Engineering Roles (12 Months) – Brisbane

at Thales Australia & New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane Airport, Brisbane QLD

Competitive compensation package

Use your expertise to support critical defence systems
Contribute to an exciting land vehicle project in a collaborative environment
Enjoy a competitive compensation package

We are excited to announce fixed-term opportunities, based in Eaglefarm, Brisbane to support an exciting land vehicle defense projects.

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Construction Engineer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bega, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW(Hybrid)

Role: Construction Engineer
Contract: 6 Months
South Coast - NSW

Public Sector People are seeking an experienced Construction Engineer for our NSW regional council client

Recruited byChris Bass

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Boilermakers & Welders | Major Defence Programs | Up to $83+/hr

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Osborne, Adelaide SA

$64 - $83 p.h. + +penalties

Ready to put your fabrication skills to work on world-class national defence programs right here in Osborne?

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Test & Operations Technologist

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnie, Devonport & North West TAS

New role supporting increased investment in underground mining technology
Test leading-edge underground mining technologies used by mining sites worldwide
Join a talented, collaborative technical team spanning three continents

Join a global mining technology OEM in a newly created role! Work hands-on with advanced machinery, equipment testing, troubleshooting and automation.