Mining Planning Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Maintenance Planners and Scheduler and Master Data Specialists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work with Industry Leaders
Diverse & Rewarding Opportunities
Be Part of a Team That Values Expertise

PlanTech Australia is seeking experienced Maintenance Planners & Schedulers and Master Data Specialists .

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

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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)

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Listed four days ago

Maintenance Planners and Scheduler and Master Data Specialists

at Plantech Australia PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD(Hybrid)

Work with Industry Leaders
Diverse & Rewarding Opportunities
Be Part of a Team That Values Expertise

PlanTech Australia is seeking experienced Maintenance Planners & Schedulers and Master Data Specialists .

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

4d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Project Controls Engineer

at DHHI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

12+ month contract supporting a major project.
2:1 FIFO roster with hands-on project controls and P6 exposure
Join an experienced team with a strong long-term project pipeline

Join DHHI Australia on a major Parker Point project. 12+ month contract, 2:1 FIFO roster, supporting project controls, cost and reporting on site.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9h ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Planner - Mining Industry

at Global Infrastructure Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Planner, schedul, WBS, P6, mining

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

3d ago

Listed four hours ago

Engineer, Project

at Thiess

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

competitive package on offer + site allowance

2:1 shift roster + camp accommodation provided
Work with an industry leader that supports your growth
Be a part of a team that is committed to building a strong safety culture

Great opportunity to be part of an exciting new project for Eva Copper as a Project Engineer (NPI)

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Asset Maintenance Planner

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Hourly rate $130/hr + Super

Considerable opportunity to join a major lithium miner in a critical role to establish maintenance planning frameworks.

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

8h ago

Listed six days ago

Project Planner - Mining Industry

at Global Infrastructure Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Planner, schedul, WBS, P6, mining

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

6d ago

Listed twenty nine 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)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler FIFO

at Crystalise

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
A supportive and inclusive work environment

Maintenance Planner FIFO

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

22d ago

Listed four hours ago

Project Engineer

at Thiess

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cloncurry, Western QLD

competitive package on offer + site allowance

2:1 shift roster + camp accommodation provided
Work with an industry leader that supports your growth
Be a part of a team that is committed to building a strong safety culture

Great opportunity to be part of an exciting new project for Eva Copper as a Project Engineer (NPI)

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Engineer - Civil

at Zenith Energy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rivervale, Perth WA

Full Project Life-Cycle
Attractive Benefits
Professional Growth

Zenith Energy is seeking a Project Engineer, Electrical, to work on nationally significant renewable energy infrastructure.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed three hours ago

Operational Readiness Specialist

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Up to $80 p.h.

Our global mining client is seeking someone to help gain funding for & to complete projects. Apply today if you have Operational Readiness Experience

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

3h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Planner / Scheduler

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

+ Super

Tier 1 Mining Client
8/6 FIFO From Perth
Excellent Rates

Our Tier 1 Mining Client is looking for an experienced Senior Project Planner to join a major resources organisation.

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

13d ago

Listed twenty five 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)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Project Scheduler

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Competitive hourly rate

Project Scheduler | 12-Month Contract | 2:2 FIFO Roster to North QLD

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Engineer

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive Daily Rate

FIFO role
Contribute directly to the success of a high-value project
Work with industry experts

Project Engineer to support a major site expansion for a resources sector operator.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Advisor Tailings Studies

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive

Excellent opportunity to work within Rio Tinto
Collaborative and safety-focused project environment.
Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team

Lead strategic tailings projects, aligning stakeholders, managing risk and delivering safe, sustainable storage solutions.

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

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Mine Development Specialist

at NES Fircroft

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Base + Site & Health Allowances + Bonuses

Lead mine development improvement initiatives South Australia 6-Month Contract

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

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Mechanical Engineer

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

FIFO from Townsville on an 8/6 Wednesday-to-Wednesday roster
12-hour days supporting maintenance engineering activities
Contract opportunity through to the end of June 2027

FIFO Townsville | 8/6 roster | Support maintenance, investigations, work scopes and equipment improvements through June 2027.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed six hours ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Crystalise

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Senior role delivering brownfield capital projects
Site-based 4/3 & 8/6 roster – lithium operator
Lead projects from studies through execution

Experienced Senior Project Engineer to deliver a sustaining capital projects portfolio for a leading world class operator

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6h ago

Listed eight hours ago

AO6 Senior Project Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $84.55 per hour plus super

Senior Project Officer (AO6) | QLD State Government Department | Townsville or Brisbane | Contract until 30 June 2027 Up to $84.55 per hour + super |

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8h ago

Listed twenty six 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)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Maintenance Planner

at Silverstone

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

$100/hr + Super (paid on all hours)

FIFO 8/6 ex Perth day shifts only, $100/hr + Super paid on all hours
Successful gold miner with strong growth plans
Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term potential

$100/hr + Super, Pronto experienced Maintenance Planner required, contract position - temp to perm, gold mine, FIFO 8/6 ex Perth, Day shifts only

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

20d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Planner Scheduler EOI

at EnerMech Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

Competitive remuneration packages
Shutdown, project-based, contract, and permanent opportunities
Exposure to major mining and industrial operations

Are you an experienced Planner/Scheduler looking to be part of major shutdown and maintenance projects within the mining and heavy industrial sectors?

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

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago