Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Labourers/ Excavator Operators

at Trilogy Earthworks

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$50 – $70 per hour

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Reliable labourers & excavator operators wanted. Good pay, consistent work, solid work environment

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Civil & Quarry Machine Operator

at Ostojic Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Berrimah, Darwin NT

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Work includes infrastructure, subdivision, roadworks, and quarry works in Top End. Opportunity for full-time, great hourly rates and penalties.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

Featured

Listed five days ago

Operator

at Valentis Energy Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$50 – $70 per hour

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 Roster
Short Term Contract
Competitive Rates

2/2 FIFO Roster for short term project requiring multi skilled operators.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed one hour ago

Operators

at Workfast

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pimpama, Gold Coast QLD

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

$39-$41/hr + super + penalties
Permanent ongoing work available
Moxy Operator position

Seeking a skilled Operators across Gold Coast quarries

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Labourers/ Excavator Operators

at Trilogy Earthworks

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$50 – $70 per hour

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Competitive rates based on experience
Consistent work for the right candidates within a fast growing family business
Good crew and in a safe and supportive work environment

Reliable labourers & excavator operators wanted. Good pay, consistent work, solid work environment

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23h ago

Listed five days ago

Civil & Quarry Machine Operator

at Ostojic Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Berrimah, Darwin NT

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Family‑founded, Northern Territory roots
Multi-disciplinary operations and scale
Trusted government contractor with strong local engagement

Work includes infrastructure, subdivision, roadworks, and quarry works in Top End. Opportunity for full-time, great hourly rates and penalties.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

5d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Mobile Plant Operators | FIFO Ex. Perth

at AUS Employment Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Experienced Mining Operators wanted for FIFO roles from Perth, offering competitive rates. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

21h ago

Listed three hours ago

Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

2/2 Roster
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Paid Travel Time

2/2 Roster
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Paid Travel Time

Programmed are currently recruiting for Experienced Civil Plant Operators, for our client based in Weipa.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

3h ago

Listed five days ago

Mobile plant operators - Mining

at Randstad - Inhouse Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Borroloola, Katherine & Northern Australia NT

$48.00 - $59.00 p.h. + Plus Super

Immediate start required - Experienced Civil operators, ideally located in Darwin

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

5d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

23h ago

Listed six days ago

Civil Plant Operators

at Protech SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Roxby Downs, Coober Pedy & Outback SA

Competitive

We are seeking experienced civil operators for an upcoming remote road upgrade project on the Strezlecki Track.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Plant Operator

at JK Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ballarat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

Competitive rates of pay
Full-time casual with ongoing hours, and a view to convert to perm
ASAP start available

Competitive rates of pay
Full-time casual with ongoing hours, and a view to convert to perm
ASAP start available

Multiple opportunities for Plant and Machine Operators to start ASAP in the Ballarat area. Full-time hours with an ASAP start.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

18h ago

Listed one day ago

Plant Operators + Labourers

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ipswich, Brisbane QLD

AUD 36 - 50 per hour, Immediate Start, On Going

TEMP TO PERM - CONSISTENT WORK - 50+ HOUR WEEKS
$36-$50PH + TRAVEL + MEALS + OT + SUPER
IMMEDIATE START - MULTIPLE SITE LOCATIONS

TEMP TO PERM - CONSISTENT WORK - 50+ HOUR WEEKS
$36-$50PH + TRAVEL + MEALS + OT + SUPER
IMMEDIATE START - MULTIPLE SITE LOCATIONS

Multiple Plant Operators + Civil Labourers Required - Subdivision Projects Located Ipswich Area

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed two hours ago

Moxy Operator

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Flagstone, Brisbane QLD

6+ months contract
$41 per hour
OT and penalties

6+ months contract
$41 per hour
OT and penalties

Seeking Moxy Operators for projects based south of Logan

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2h ago

Listed one hour ago

FIFO & DIDO Excavator Operators

at Workfast

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

$65/hr flat rate
Swing 2 weeks on 1 week off
Meals and camp accommodation provided

Seeking Excavator Operators for on going work through the NT

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1h ago

Listed two days ago

Plant Operator

at Boral Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bulleen, Melbourne VIC

Full time, 12 Month Opportunity with subject to extend
Flexible Rostered Shifts!
Competitive Hourly Rate + Overtime + Allowances

Full time, 12 Month Opportunity with subject to extend
Flexible Rostered Shifts!
Competitive Hourly Rate + Overtime + Allowances

Great opportunity for a skilled plant operator to join our team on a full time 12 month contract at our busy Bulleen Concrete plant!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Port Operator

at AWX Townsville

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

AUD 45.65 per hour

Townsville Operator role using forklift & CAT980 loaders in bulk terminal. $45.65/hr, flexible shifts, safety focused, long-term potential role.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

Plant Operator: Operate and maintain machinery. Ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently. Attention to detail required

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Various Plant Operators and Supervisor — Open Cut Coal Mine Project (QLD)

at Bollino Civil and Mining Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kingaroy, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

Lifestyle Roster
High Skill = High Pay
Opportunity for future roles

Lifestyle Roster
High Skill = High Pay
Opportunity for future roles

Multi-Skilled Operator Crew - DIDO Roster work starting in 2 Weeks. Approximately 2 months work at a great rate!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Landfill Operator

at Spinifex Recruiting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Casino, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

$36 - $40 p.h. + Superannuation

Local Council Opportunities
Operate landfill plant and equipment safely
Work at the forefront of local government

Local Council Opportunities
Operate landfill plant and equipment safely
Work at the forefront of local government

Experienced landfill operator required for council site, operating plant safely while ensuring EPA compliance and daily waste operations.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Machine Operators

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lennox Head, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

AUD 38 - 45 per hour, Travel+Super+Pens

50+ HOUR WEEKS PENALTIES PAID
ONGOING WORK AND FULLTIME OPPURTUINITY
IMMEDIATE START - TEMP TO PERM

50+ HOUR WEEKS PENALTIES PAID
ONGOING WORK AND FULLTIME OPPURTUINITY
IMMEDIATE START - TEMP TO PERM

Looking for multiple heavy machine operators for a civil sub division in Lennox Heads. Excavators , watercarts , FEL and Moxys

Recruited byAnton Smith

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

13d ago

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