Public Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed two days ago

A07 RTI Privacy Officer

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pay from $87 per hour + super

ASAP START | $87 p/h + Super | High Profile State Government Department | Brisbane CBD | Initial 6 month contract + extension

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Information Access & Privacy Officers (Officer & Senior Officer Opportunities)

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW

$493.80 - $552.56 p.d.

$493.80 to $552.56 per day + Super.
6-month Information Access & Privacy contract opportunities based in Parramatta
Seeking candidates with government, privacy, governance, legal, or regulatory ex

$493.80 to $552.56 per day + Super.
6-month Information Access & Privacy contract opportunities based in Parramatta
Seeking candidates with government, privacy, governance, legal, or regulatory ex

Information Access & Privacy Officers (Officer & Senior Officer Opportunities)

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Public Private Partnership Administrative Officer

at Bayside Health

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankston, Melbourne VIC

Provide admin and coordination support for PPP operations, ensuring compliance, accurate records, and smooth governance in a hospital setting.

subClassification: Medical AdministrationMedical Administration

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Officers - State Government

at Randstad Professionals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$50 - $65 p.h. + Super

Experienced Project Officer | $50 - $65ph + Super | Perth CBD | State Gov | Apply now!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Support Officer - Public Health

at Institute for Urban Indigenous Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Windsor, Brisbane QLD

$79,056 - $87,323 + Super + Salary Packaging

Collaborate on public health priorities to improve community health outcomes
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project milestones and outcomes are met
Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity till September 2026

Collaborate on public health priorities to improve community health outcomes
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project milestones and outcomes are met
Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity till September 2026

Join a passionate team making a real impact on community health and well-being across Southeast QLD.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

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

9d ago

Listed two days ago

AO7 Procurement and Contracts Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$94.59 per hour plus super

AO7 procurement & contracts specialist for a 6-month QLD State Government contract in Brisbane CBD. Lead high-value sourcing & vendor management

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

A05 Human Resources

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Pay up to $73.99 per hour + super

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

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

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Executive Support Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Public Sector People are partnering with a local government organisation to recruit for an Executive Support Officer.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Stakeholder Engagement Officer

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$133,603 to $143,125 p.a.

Full-time temporary until 1 June 2027
$5,121.00 to $5,486.00 per fortnight
Generous superannuation

Full-time temporary until 1 June 2027
$5,121.00 to $5,486.00 per fortnight
Generous superannuation

Join DETSI as a Principal Stakeholder Engagement Officer, providing strategic advice to support delivery of key departmental priorities.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Support Officer

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD

Fortitude Valley
Government Opportunity
Generous Superannuation

Fortitude Valley
Government Opportunity
Generous Superannuation

As the Executive Support Officer, you will provide high-level administrative and clerical support to branch leaders

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Data and Reporting Officer

at Office of Public Prosecutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$100,894 – $114,476 + superannuation

Design reporting tools used directly by the agency’s executive leadership.
Gain the professional autonomy to investigate anomalies and advise leaders.
Full time, 12 month fixed term contract. Based at our Melbourne office.

Design reporting tools used directly by the agency’s executive leadership.
Gain the professional autonomy to investigate anomalies and advise leaders.
Full time, 12 month fixed term contract. Based at our Melbourne office.

Accelerate your career by taking full ownership of our reporting pipelines—turning manual workflows into modern, automated Power BI dashboards.

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed six hours ago

Library and Museum Assistant - Customer Experience

at City of Belmont

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cloverdale, Perth WA

$67,004 – $81,186 per annum pro rata + super

Join a vibrant, community focused team to shape exciting programs & events.
Join inclusive workforce which values, respects and thrives on diversity.
Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover

Join a vibrant, community focused team to shape exciting programs & events.
Join inclusive workforce which values, respects and thrives on diversity.
Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover

Assist with library and museum programs, provide quality customer service, handle enquiries, and support community engagement.

subClassification: Library Services & Information ManagementLibrary Services & Information Management

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6h ago

Listed two days ago

AO4 Executive Assistant

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $60.05 p.h. + Superannuation

The Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential administrative and executive support to a senior leader or team.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Policy Officer

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$119,802 to $127,941 p.a.

Shape volunteering policy and reform for Queensland communities.
Work with an inclusive team with strong stakeholder partnerships.
Flexible full-time work with development and sector impact.

Shape volunteering policy and reform for Queensland communities.
Work with an inclusive team with strong stakeholder partnerships.
Flexible full-time work with development and sector impact.

Be part of a team that drives meaningful change and delivers real outcomes for Queensland communities.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Policy Officer

at Crime and Corruption Commission

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Senior Policy Officer

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Governance Team Lead

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$70-$80ph + super

Public Sector People are working with a council in Sydney who are seeking a Governance Team Lead to join them ASAP!

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Coordinator, Content and Storytelling

at Australian National Maritime Museum

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pyrmont, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$88,834 - $96,829 p.a. plus 15.4% superannuation

Full-time, Non-Ongoing, APS 5 position
$88,834 - $96,829 p.a. plus 15.4% superannuation
Australia’s leading museum located waterside in beautiful Darling Harbour

Full-time, Non-Ongoing, APS 5 position
$88,834 - $96,829 p.a. plus 15.4% superannuation
Australia’s leading museum located waterside in beautiful Darling Harbour

The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking a motivated and experienced Project Coordinator, Content and Storytelling.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Director, Service Programs

at Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$166,623 - $174,339 per annum

Fixed term temporary
$166,623 - $174,339 per annum
Plus employee superannution contributions and annual leave loading

Fixed term temporary
$166,623 - $174,339 per annum
Plus employee superannution contributions and annual leave loading

The Digital Customer (Smart Service Queensland) team provides digitally enabled whole-of-government services to the Queensland public.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Shore & Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Public Sector People are currently recruiting for a Senior PM to join our local council client on an initial 12 month contract.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Events Coordinator

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Public Sector People are partnering with a local government organisation to recruit for an Events Coordinator.

subClassification: Event ManagementEvent Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Health Promotion Officer - Public Health

at Institute for Urban Indigenous Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Windsor, Brisbane QLD

$73,234 - $82,800 + Super + Salary Packaging

Deliver community health education and promotion across the IUIH Network
Drive community initiatives and support prevention and screening activities
Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity till September 2026

Deliver community health education and promotion across the IUIH Network
Drive community initiatives and support prevention and screening activities
Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunity till September 2026

Join a passionate team making a real impact on community health and well-being across Southeast QLD

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

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

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Expression of Interest - Marketing & Communications Officers

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$60.05-$84.55 per hour + super

EOI: AO4-AO6 Marketing & Comms Officers for temp QLD Gov contracts.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Lead Commercial Manager (Telecom Grants)

at Charter Diligence Consulting and Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1,185/day+super

ASAP Start | 6-months government contract with possible extension
Sydney CBD | Hybrid
1,185$/day + Super

ASAP Start | 6-months government contract with possible extension
Sydney CBD | Hybrid
1,185$/day + Super

Government Program

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d 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 eleven hours ago

Environmental Health Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caboolture, Brisbane QLD

Pay rates from $40-$55 p/h + super | paid weekly

subClassification: Environmental ServicesEnvironmental Services

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

11h ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Legal Support Officer

at Davidson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $51.12 p.h. + Super

$51.12 per hour + Super
Initial 3-month contract with extensions available
Located in Brisbane CBD

$51.12 per hour + Super
Initial 3-month contract with extensions available
Located in Brisbane CBD

Support legal teams by managing documents, correspondence and case data in a high volume environment with strong attention to detail

subClassification: Legal SecretariesLegal Secretaries

classification: Legal(Legal)

11h ago

Listed six hours ago

APS5 Intranet Officer

at Randstad - Public Sector

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$55 - $56 p.h. + plus superannuation

As an APS5 Intranet Officer, you will join the internal communications team to support business areas in maintaining, updating, and improving content.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6h ago

Listed one day ago