Mechanical Background Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Mechanical Fitter - Tanker New Build Trailer Equipment

at TRS Resourcing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Campbellfield, Melbourne VIC

$58.50 Per Hour + Super, OT & Travel

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Experienced Mechanical Fitter required for a specialised fuel tanker new build work. Ongoing work available

Recruited byTavis Shearer

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

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Mechanical Maintenance Technicians - Rail Rolling Stock

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auburn, Sydney NSW

+ penalties

Currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters for Locomotive/Rolling Stock Maintenance in Sydney!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

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Listed nine hours ago

Mechanical Fitter

at WA Electrical and Mechanical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Malaga, Perth WA

$70 – $80 per hour

Experienced Mechanical Fitter | FIFO Mining + Workshop Role Perth-Based with Fly-In Fly-Out Opportunities

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

9h ago

Listed four days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Cleared Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

$70 - $80 p.h.

Contract opportunity
design from initial concept through to prototype then production
Major Defence Automotive project

Contract opportunity
design from initial concept through to prototype then production
Major Defence Automotive project

Ability to work on cutting edge military systems being produced to directly enhance Defence capability

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

MRO Avionics, Structures & Mechanical AME's (Technicians)

at Aircraft Maintenance Services Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$75 per hour

Join our dynamic and supportive team where you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the aerospace and defence sectors.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance / Mechanical Fitter

at TalentBlue

This is a Contract/Temp job

Naval Base, Perth WA

$51.52

Home every night - metro role (SOR)
Ongoing for the right candidate
Penalty Rates

Home every night - metro role (SOR)
Ongoing for the right candidate
Penalty Rates

We are seeking a trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter for an ongoing position at their high-capacity production facility.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Mechanical Completions Supervisor

at Resourceful Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Attractive day rate on offer

Step into a high-profile project at the most interesting phase of its life
Brisbane based role, 10 hour weekdays so you are in your own bed every night
Owner's team environment with a tight, well-functioning culture

Step into a high-profile project at the most interesting phase of its life
Brisbane based role, 10 hour weekdays so you are in your own bed every night
Owner's team environment with a tight, well-functioning culture

Brisbane based | Contract through to December 2026 | Major Future Fuels project moving into RFSU and commissioning

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance

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

16d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at Specialised Linen Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadmeadows, Melbourne VIC

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Support mechanical engineering projects through design, drafting, automation, and equipment improvement initiatives at SPL.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed ten days ago

Workshop Technican - Mechanical Engineering

at HOBAN Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawthorn, Melbourne VIC

Up to $46 p.h.

Temporary opportunity with a leading university in a practical, hands-on role with real impact!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Project Engineer

at PARC Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

ASAP Start
3-month contract | Great rates
2:1 roster DIDO Ballarat

ASAP Start
3-month contract | Great rates
2:1 roster DIDO Ballarat

Seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer for a 3-month contract on a mining project DIDO to Ballarat, Victoria.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Technicians - Rail Rolling Stock

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auburn, Sydney NSW

+ penalties

Currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters for Locomotive/Rolling Stock Maintenance in Sydney!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mechanical Fitter - Tanker New Build Trailer Equipment

at TRS Resourcing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Campbellfield, Melbourne VIC

$58.50 Per Hour + Super, OT & Travel

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Experienced Mechanical Fitter required for a specialised fuel tanker new build work. Ongoing work available

Recruited byTavis Shearer

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Fitter - Tanker New Build Trailer Equipment

at TRS Resourcing

This is a Contract/Temp job

Campbellfield, Melbourne VIC

$58.50 Per Hour + Super, OT & Travel

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Weekly Pay
Long Term Work
Easy Digital Onboarding Documentation

Experienced Mechanical Fitter required for a specialised fuel tanker new build work. Ongoing work available

Recruited byTavis Shearer

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Mechanical Labourer

at JK Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ballarat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

Casual hourly rate $38+ per hour

Ongoing work, AM shift, Monday - Friday
Immediate start available with consistent work leading into Christmas
Contract role with the potential for ongoing employment

Ongoing work, AM shift, Monday - Friday
Immediate start available with consistent work leading into Christmas
Contract role with the potential for ongoing employment

Enjoy a supportive, professional environment where independence and initiative are valued.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Manager - Mechanical

at Bayside Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lucas Heights, Sydney NSW

Long-term contract within a nationally significant research organisation
Lead mechanical upgrade, maintenance and capital works projects
Work in a complex, regulated scientific and government environment

Long-term contract within a nationally significant research organisation
Lead mechanical upgrade, maintenance and capital works projects
Work in a complex, regulated scientific and government environment

Long-term contract managing mechanical projects at a major Southern Sydney government research facility.

Recruited byMichael Burne

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Reliability Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Client-side on 8:6 roster
Lead RCA, FMEA, and maintenance strategy improvements
Deliver asset performance and continuous improvement projects

Client-side on 8:6 roster
Lead RCA, FMEA, and maintenance strategy improvements
Deliver asset performance and continuous improvement projects

Drive plant reliability and performance through data-led engineering.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Mechanical Planner

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Hourly rate + Super Paid Weekly (See advert)

Initial 6 month Contract - Possible extension
M - F Roster
Adelaide-based role with site travel required at times

Initial 6 month Contract - Possible extension
M - F Roster
Adelaide-based role with site travel required at times

Shutdown planning and work pack development across mechanical maintenance activities

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance

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

10d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

at Jobwire

This is a Contract/Temp job

Braeside, Melbourne VIC

AUD 55 per hour

Monday - Friday
Ongoing role
$55 P/H

Monday - Friday
Ongoing role
$55 P/H

Hands-on role fixing breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance, and keeping production moving

Recruited bySarah Geary

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$55 per hour + Penalties + Super

Workshop and site-based positions available
Full-time hours and overtime on offer
Local roles based in Brisbane - minimal travel

Workshop and site-based positions available
Full-time hours and overtime on offer
Local roles based in Brisbane - minimal travel

Ongoing casual work for Mechanical Fitters with plant and heavy industrial machinery experience based in Brisbane

Recruited byJacob Russell

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Planner

at Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kwinana Beach, Perth WA

Hourly rate + Super Paid Weekly (See advert)

Initial 3 month contract with extension possible
M - F Roster | 7.30 - 3.30 (8 hr Days)
SAP S/4HANA Cloud public system | Process plant experience required

Initial 3 month contract with extension possible
M - F Roster | 7.30 - 3.30 (8 hr Days)
SAP S/4HANA Cloud public system | Process plant experience required

Mechanical Planner role supporting process plant maintenance | Kwinana based | Monday to Friday.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Momentum Consulting Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kemps Creek, Sydney NSW

$55 - $60 p.h. + + OT + Super

Excellent Hourly Rate
Long Term Pipeline
Overtime Available

Excellent Hourly Rate
Long Term Pipeline
Overtime Available

$55-$65/hr + super, OT available, Sydney roles, ongoing & temp-to-perm, immediate start, stable essential industry work

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $1,450 per day

Up to $1,450/day incl super
Owner-side project delivery
8/6 FIFO to Tanami

Up to $1,450/day incl super
Owner-side project delivery
8/6 FIFO to Tanami

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer – owner-side sustaining capital FIFO role

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Maintenance Representative - Mechanical Lead

at Resourceful Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Attractive day rate on offer

Brisbane based, Monday to Friday - be home every night
Tight, cohesive owners team with a great culture and respectable coffee machine
Interesting and complex work

Brisbane based, Monday to Friday - be home every night
Tight, cohesive owners team with a great culture and respectable coffee machine
Interesting and complex work

Lead mechanical maintenance into start-up on a major project in Brisbane. Contract to Dec 2026.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

16d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Fitter

at Protech VIC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Epping, Melbourne VIC

AUD 50 - 52 per hour, 10 hour days + Saturdays.

Fitters needed to start ASAP.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

HME Mechanical Fitter

at Brunel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$80 - $100 p.h. + Super

Tier one project!
Immediate Start!
Multiple positions!

Tier one project!
Immediate Start!
Multiple positions!

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our Repairs Centre in Perth

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Rare opportunity to work as a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a sought-after organisation operating within a highly regulated, complex environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Mechanical Fitters - Multiple Positions

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

ASAP start, 8- 10 weeks, 14/7 roster
FIFO from Adelaide
Great crew and management

ASAP start, 8- 10 weeks, 14/7 roster
FIFO from Adelaide
Great crew and management

We're looking for self-starters who are hardworking, motivated, and ready to hit the ground running!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Mechanical Designer

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

Secure Contract and Permanent opportunities on major materials handling projects

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Technician

at Hays | Logistics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$55 - $75 p/h

12 month contract with immediate start and competitive hourly rate
Hands-on role with varied work across hydraulics, fabrication and maintenance
Opportunity to build experience on complex, specialised infrastructure

12 month contract with immediate start and competitive hourly rate
Hands-on role with varied work across hydraulics, fabrication and maintenance
Opportunity to build experience on complex, specialised infrastructure

Mechanical technician role working on large scale antenna systems

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Engineer

at Delta Electricity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Earn a competitive salary plus an impressive 14% superannuation
2-year fixed term contract with ongoing training and development opportunities
Enjoy working close to home on the beautiful Central Coast NSW

Earn a competitive salary plus an impressive 14% superannuation
2-year fixed term contract with ongoing training and development opportunities
Enjoy working close to home on the beautiful Central Coast NSW

Are you a recent Graduate Engineer ready to start your career? Discover the opportunities Delta Power & Energy can offer you!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Reliability Engineer (Mechanical)

at Enco Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Fixed Plant (FXP)

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mechanical Engineer – Major Projects (Client Representative)

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle, Perth WA

AUD 100 per hour

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Mechanical Engineer to represent Client on major project. Lead design reviews, manage risks, and support delivery of complex industrial systems.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago•Expiring

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