Mining Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jul 2026

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Lead/Principal Mine Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

$120 – $140 per hour

ASAP start
8:6 Roster
QM & SSE Required

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer to take ownership of mine planning, scheduling and technical engineering activities for an open pit iron ore operation.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Civil Project Engineer | Tailings Dam | NT FIFO | $200k

at ROCKFORCE

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$200,000 – $220,000 per year

Competitive $200k package, inclusive of super
FIFO from any major capital, all travel and accommodation covered
PAYG or ABN engagement options, with setup support

Drive delivery on a Tier 1 tailings project in the NT. Site based 15/13 FIFO from any major capital, 4 month contract with option to extend.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed nine days ago

Senior Mining Engineer/Mining Engineer

at OPERATIONAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Senior Mining Engineer/Mining Engineer – Operational Resource Extraction (ORE)

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer

at TSS Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$120 – $140 per hour

ASAP start
8:6 Roster
QM & SSE Required

Lead/Principal Mine Engineer to take ownership of mine planning, scheduling and technical engineering activities for an open pit iron ore operation.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Mining Engineer

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Underground mining
8:6 rosters
Long term project

A major gold mining operations requires an underground Mining Engineer

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Multiple Mining Engineer Opportunities

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Flexible

Multiple Positions
Flights & Accommodations
Rostered Work

Multiple Mine Engineer Opportunities

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Engineer (Junior)

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$61.20ph + super | 12 hours paid per day
8/6 roster | FIFO ex Perth
6 month contract with potential to extend

A great opportunity for a Junior Engineer looking to build their mining experience within a busy LV workshop environment.

Recruited byPhoenix Reilly

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 65 - 85 per hour

FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth
Strong safety-focused culture
12 month initial contract

Join a high-performing site team delivering complex mining projects with strong exposure to construction, commissioning and stakeholder engagement.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - FIFO - Site based

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

+ Super

Major resources project team site-based construction
Attractive FIFO roster of 8 days on / 6 days off, working 12-hour days.
Rates between

Experienced Project Engineer required to provide technical leadership and delivery support across multiple concurrent mining construction projects

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Project Engineer - Grinding

at Metso Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA(Hybrid)

6-12 month contract
Global organisation
Competitive salary

Exciting opportunity for engineers with a strong technical mindset and project delivery experience to contribute to large-scale mining projects

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Civil Project Engineer | Tailings Dam | NT FIFO | $200k

at ROCKFORCE

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$200,000 – $220,000 per year

Competitive $200k package, inclusive of super
FIFO from any major capital, all travel and accommodation covered
PAYG or ABN engagement options, with setup support

Drive delivery on a Tier 1 tailings project in the NT. Site based 15/13 FIFO from any major capital, 4 month contract with option to extend.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - Mechanical

at Gravity Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2:1 Roster
Project Team Environment
Mining and Minerals Processing

Opportunity to join a major project, short term contract and immediate start.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Open Pit Mining Engineer

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Be mentored into a senior leadership role by 2028
Global miner | World-class rare earths operation
Temp-to-perm opportunity & 8/6 Roster

One person's retirement is another person's promotion.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Field Engineer

at DRD Group Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

2:1 Roster
Travel days paid as full day
Long Term Opportunity

Long term opportunity to join a leading team delivering mining and minerals projects In Australia and internationally

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Engineer/Site Engineer

at Talent Blueprint

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Opportunity to break into the mining industry
Ideal for residence of Bunbury or Collie | Immediate Start
Work closely with client and contractor teams

Junior Civil Engineer opportunity to gain valuable mining and CQA experience on a major South West WA project.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Site Engineer

at Resource E

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Site Engineers – Bulk Earthworks 8:6 Roster FIFO

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Civil Engineer

at Corestaff Darwin

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

FIFO 15:13 roster | 12-hour days
ASAP start
Pay negotiable based on experience

Civil Project Engineer for an exciting FIFO opportunity on a leading NT mine site

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Geotechnical Engineer

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$90-$125 PH + Super

Available Now
Immediate Start

PERSOL is one of Australia's largest and longest-serving recruitment providers

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Engineer - Mechanical

at Snowy Hydro Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Join a 100% Australian owned and operated renewable energy company
Snowy Hydro is ranked 4th in Time Australia's Best Employers List for 2025
14/7 FIFO Roster, flying from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne!

A great opportunity to bring your Engineering expertise to the Snowy 2.0's Owners Team!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Product Service Engineer | Level 2 & 3 Support | Mining Operational Technology

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Brisbane CBD
Initial 12-Month Contract
Strong Potential for Extensions or Permanent Employment

Support world-class Mining OT. Level 2/3 role, Brisbane CBD, 12-month contract with long-term career potential.

Recruited byFortunato Galluzzo

subClassification: Help Desk & IT SupportHelp Desk & IT Support classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

17d ago

Listed six days ago

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carrara, Gold Coast QLD

$20,000 scholarship opportunity
Gain hands-on experience on real engineering projects
Mentoring and career development with industry experts

Receive scholarship funding while gaining practical experience on real engineering projects.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Summer Vacation Program

at MMG

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cloncurry, Western QLD

Join an experienced team and contribute to innovative projects.
A workplace that fosters diversity, inclusiveness and supports our people.
A company that is committed to responsible environmental and social performance.

Develop your skills and learn more about the mining industry through MMG Dugald River's Summer Vacation Program!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Alchemy Recruitment Consulting Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Highly competitve rate

Major open-pit gold feasibility study
12-month contract with likely extension
Brisbane based Monday to Friday

Lead a major open-pit gold feasibility study covering mine expansion, tailings, infrastructure and life-of-mine extension works.

Recruited byDoug Hodge

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Mine Engineer - STP (Development)

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dwellingup, Mandurah & Peel WA

Monday to Friday Roster
Good work-life balance (no FIFO fatigue)
Tier 1 Mining Operation

Design and sequence open pit mine development, delivering safe, compliant access, stripping, drainage and drill & blast plans.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Project Engineer Civils

at iContracting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Remote)

Join our growing company
Supportive working environment
Attractive rewards and benefits

Senior Project Engineer with strong background in road construction, earthworks and civil construction!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Site Engineer | Earthworks | 8/6 FIFO

at CGC Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Immediate start for a Civil Site Engineer to hit the ground running and assist in the delivery of a major earthworks on a QLD mining project.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - Energy, Utilities and Sustainability

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rooty Hill, Sydney NSW

Up to $77.33 p.h.

Competitive rate of $77.33 per hour + superannuation.
Initial eight-month contract with potential extension.
Opportunity to lead meaningful renewable energy and carbon-reduction initiatives

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer - Energy, Utilities and Sustainability to work for the Local Government.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed six days ago