People Development Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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People Business Partner

at City of Melbourne

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$118,000 – $132,000 per year

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

We are seeking a high energy People Business Partner with sound judgement and innovative thinking to work within an evolving culture and great team!

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

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Senior Manager, Employee Capability

at VicTrack

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

24-Month Fixed Term Contract

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed six days ago

People Business Partner

at City of Melbourne

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$118,000 – $132,000 per year

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

We are seeking a high energy People Business Partner with sound judgement and innovative thinking to work within an evolving culture and great team!

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

People and Performance Specialist

at HammondCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Leonards, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Join us! We've been caring for people for over 90 years
6 month contract - hybrid opportunities available
Positive workplace culture and supportive manager

Join us! We've been caring for people for over 90 years
6 month contract - hybrid opportunities available
Positive workplace culture and supportive manager

Join our dynamic people team - varied role; Provide specialised advice to people leaders on performance mgt, workplace investigations etc.

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Leadership Development Partner

at City of Gold Coast

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundall, Gold Coast QLD(Hybrid)

Hybrid Flexible working options
Free offsite parking available in Bundall
Work a 9-day fortnight and enjoy long weekends.

Hybrid Flexible working options
Free offsite parking available in Bundall
Work a 9-day fortnight and enjoy long weekends.

Design and deliver engaging leadership development programs, workshops and learning solutions for our City.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

People & Development (P&D) Coordinator - 12mth Contract (Sydney)

at Mallesons

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Take this opportunity to join a pivotal People & Development team
Varied role as first point of contact for our people
Bring foundational knowledge in HR, along with exceptional administration skills

Take this opportunity to join a pivotal People & Development team
Varied role as first point of contact for our people
Bring foundational knowledge in HR, along with exceptional administration skills

Based in Sydney CBD, as part of the wider national P&D team, you will join the 'P&D Hub' in the Workplace Experience team.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

People & Culture Coordinator

at Royal Flying Doctor Service Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

plus super and salary packaging

Work for Australia's most trusted and iconic charity
Fixed-term full-time position available until September 2027
Candidates available to commence immediately are preferred

Work for Australia's most trusted and iconic charity
Fixed-term full-time position available until September 2027
Candidates available to commence immediately are preferred

Build your P&C career in a role that combines purpose, variety and impact.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Chief People Officer

at Gem Executive Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Senior CPO role at Bayside City Council
Full P&C remit
Scope and autonomy to make this role your own

Senior CPO role at Bayside City Council
Full P&C remit
Scope and autonomy to make this role your own

Lead People & Culture at one of Melbourne's best councils. Hands-on CPO role with real scope, strong exec support and meaningful impact.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior People and Culture Business Partner

at Cover-More Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Partner with senior leaders to drive people strategy and organisational outcomes
6-month initial contract
Brisbane or North Sydney

Partner with senior leaders to drive people strategy and organisational outcomes
6-month initial contract
Brisbane or North Sydney

Senior People & Culture Partner role focused on senior leadership partnering, culture, capability and meaningful business impact.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8d ago

Listed eight hours ago

People Advisory Specialist

at Michael Page

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

The People Advisory Specialist will play a key role in providing expert HR advice and support

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8h ago

Listed two days ago

People & Culture Manager

at Cheil Worldwide Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney NSW

Be part of a Global business
Join a high performing creative agency
Be the trusted advisor to senior leadership

Be part of a Global business
Join a high performing creative agency
Be the trusted advisor to senior leadership

P&C professional managing employee relations, and workplace culture while ensuring compliance and supporting organisational growth.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Head of People & Culture

at Cronulla Sharks Leagues Club

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolooware, Sydney NSW

8-month maternity leave contract – commencing August 2026
Exciting group role spanning hospitality and sport
Flexible work options available

8-month maternity leave contract – commencing August 2026
Exciting group role spanning hospitality and sport
Flexible work options available

Lead People & Culture across sport & hospitality during an exciting growth phase, including the reopening of Sharks Leagues.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

4d ago

Listed four hours ago

People Coordinator

at Woolworths Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eight Mile Plains, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Competitive Remuneration Package

6 month contract! Hybrid role based in Adelaide or Brisbane.
Join a team that champions service excellence and loves to innovate.
Elevate the everyday experience of team members across Australia.

6 month contract! Hybrid role based in Adelaide or Brisbane.
Join a team that champions service excellence and loves to innovate.
Elevate the everyday experience of team members across Australia.

Grow your career and dive into modern HR service delivery and build highly sought-after skills.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

4h ago

Listed three days ago

People & Culture Advisor

at AVID Property Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Broad generalist role with focus on recruitment
Hybrid, Circular Quay office with harbour views
12 - 14 month contract role with flexibility to work 4 or 5 days per week

Broad generalist role with focus on recruitment
Hybrid, Circular Quay office with harbour views
12 - 14 month contract role with flexibility to work 4 or 5 days per week

Be the trusted P&C Advisor covering the full employee lifecycle and driving positive people outcomes.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed three hours ago

Senior People and Culture Business Partner

at a&co Recruitment Partners Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle & Southern Suburbs, Perth WA(Hybrid)

4-8 Week temp with the opportunity to go perm
South of the River - with some WFH and parking

4-8 Week temp with the opportunity to go perm
South of the River - with some WFH and parking

Senior, standalone HRBP role leading complex ER, compliance and WHS‑aligned people practices across a project‑based workforce.

Recruited byNatalie Adams

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3h ago

Listed two days ago

People & Performance Partner

at Starlight Childrens Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Salary packaging

Opportunity to make a difference -12-month contract
Awarded Best Place to Work
Hybrid work environment with inclusive benefits

Opportunity to make a difference -12-month contract
Awarded Best Place to Work
Hybrid work environment with inclusive benefits

Help shape exceptional experiences for our people throughout the talent lifecycle - and brighter futures for children.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

People and Culture Advisor - Numurkah

at NCN Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Numurkah, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC

Directly support frontline healthcare workers and the wider communities
Opportunity for growth and development into ER and IR functions
Secondment opportunity available for current health service employees

Directly support frontline healthcare workers and the wider communities
Opportunity for growth and development into ER and IR functions
Secondment opportunity available for current health service employees

The People and Culture Advisor is responsible for the delivery of generalist HR support across NCN Health.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

People and Performance Specialist

at HammondCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Leonards, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Join us! We've been caring for people for over 90 years
6 month contract - hybrid opportunities available
Positive workplace culture and supportive manager

Join us! We've been caring for people for over 90 years
6 month contract - hybrid opportunities available
Positive workplace culture and supportive manager

Join our dynamic people team - varied role; Provide specialised advice to people leaders on performance mgt, workplace investigations etc.

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

22d ago

Listed six days ago

Head of Learning & Organizational Development

at Catholic Early EdCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paddington, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Excellent Salary and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead OD, culture and L&D at CEEC, strengthening leadership, capability and connection across 135+ education and care services.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Employment Skills Mentor - Horsham (Part Time)

at CVGT Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Horsham, Horsham & Grampians VIC

Full time eqv: $67–$72.2K + super + salary pack.

Empower participants to build confidence, skills and work-readiness
Great perks, extra leave, salary packaging, and growth opportunities
Join an inclusive employer recognised by Diversity Council of Australia

Empower participants to build confidence, skills and work-readiness
Great perks, extra leave, salary packaging, and growth opportunities
Join an inclusive employer recognised by Diversity Council of Australia

Empower job seekers through coaching, mentoring and workshops that build confidence and support long‑term employment success.

subClassification: Employment ServicesEmployment Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed three hours ago

Manager, Leadership Development - Remote

at Australian Rural Leadership Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Remote)

Lead national leadership programs creating real impact in rural Australia
Shape innovative learning practice for regional, rural communities
Lead and mentor expert facilitators nationwide

Lead national leadership programs creating real impact in rural Australia
Shape innovative learning practice for regional, rural communities
Lead and mentor expert facilitators nationwide

Lead design and delivery of high-impact leadership programs, strengthening rural communities and advancing ARLF’s learning practice nationally focused

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3h ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Manager, Employee Capability

at VicTrack

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

24-Month Fixed Term Contract

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Workplace Relations officer (QLD Government)

at DFP Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AUD 69.21 per hour, Supportive team

$69.21 per hour + super
QLD Government - Based Brisbane CBD
6-months view to extend

$69.21 per hour + super
QLD Government - Based Brisbane CBD
6-months view to extend

Fantastic supportive team, loads of variety in this role

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

at Parkerville Children and Youth Care (Inc)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

$51 - $53.31 per hour

Salary Packaging up to $15,900
EAP Services
Flexible working arrangements

Salary Packaging up to $15,900
EAP Services
Flexible working arrangements

Can You Help Us Build a More Inclusive Organisation?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Organisational Development Coordinator

at Northrop Grumman Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Competitive salary + super + annual bonus

Make a real impact on people and capability
Broad exposure across People & Culture and Defence programs
Purpose‑driven organisation with strong values

Make a real impact on people and capability
Broad exposure across People & Culture and Defence programs
Purpose‑driven organisation with strong values

Support leaders, talent and future capability in a role that makes a real Defence impact.

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

15d ago

Listed one day ago

People & Culture Operations Specialist

at ORIX Australia Corporation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Located in Macquarie Park
HRIS Experience Required
18 month FTC

Located in Macquarie Park
HRIS Experience Required
18 month FTC

Drive operational excellence at ORIX! We’re seeking a proactive P&C professional to manage and optimise core people operations with autonomy & impact.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

People & Culture Coordinator

at Plant Health Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$101,780 - $123,797 + super

People & Culture/HR all-rounder Friendly and flexible workplace Free parking

People & Culture/HR all-rounder Friendly and flexible workplace Free parking

Great opportunity for a developing HR/People & Culture professional

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Learning & Development Officer

at Hakka Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Silverwater, Sydney NSW

Passionate about developing people and driving capability? Come join our team in a market-leading Asian foods manufacturing company now!

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

29d ago

Listed six days ago

Recruitment Coordinator

at WorkPac - Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Base $75k with Uncapped Commissions

Reputable and well-established National Recruitment Agency
Great recruitment role focused on candidate attraction and management
Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Super

Reputable and well-established National Recruitment Agency
Great recruitment role focused on candidate attraction and management
Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Super

Fantastic opportunity for those looking for a new and successful career that offers stability, recognition and great rewards!

subClassification: Recruitment - AgencyRecruitment - Agency

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

People & Culture Generalist

at Exodus Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ashfield, Sydney NSW

Negotiable

Build hands-on HR experience across a broad P&C function
Gain exposure to ER/IR within a supportive team environment
Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax free yearly

Build hands-on HR experience across a broad P&C function
Gain exposure to ER/IR within a supportive team environment
Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax free yearly

Broad P&C Generalist role with exposure to ER/IR, employee lifecycle support and HR operations in a growing, purpose-driven organisation.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

HR Lead Projects & Change

at Peoplecorp

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

3-4 month contract
Competitive daily rate on offer
Immediate start

3-4 month contract
Competitive daily rate on offer
Immediate start

A new contract is available for a HR Lead who will focus on strategic HR Projects.

Recruited byEmma Dundas

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

17d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Chief People Officer

at Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

$183,884 to $202,163 per annum plus 12% super

Senior Executive role
Lead a multi-discplinary team
Diverse Government organisation

Senior Executive role
Lead a multi-discplinary team
Diverse Government organisation

To provide high level strategic leadership, direction and oversight of the people management function.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

13d ago

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