Rail Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Project Engineers

at Johnston Project Management and Consulting Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$80 – $120 per hour

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Project Engineers with several years experience in Australia with Tier 1 & 2 Contractors on major infrastructure projects - immediate start.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead

at V/Line Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

As the Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead, you are integral to the success of V/Line’s Projects Group.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

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Listed two days ago

Project Engineers

at Johnston Project Management and Consulting Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$80 – $120 per hour

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Up to $1,200 per day
High profile infrastructure projects
Several contract roles available for immediate start

Project Engineers with several years experience in Australia with Tier 1 & 2 Contractors on major infrastructure projects - immediate start.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead

at V/Line Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Drive the Future of Rail Technology
3 Year Fixed-Term, Full-Time Contract
Based at 452 Flinders Street, Melbourne

As the Train Control Systems (TCS) Lead, you are integral to the success of V/Line’s Projects Group.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

2d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Project Engineer

at Indigeco Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

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Immediate Start
Competitive Rates
12 Month Contract

Immediate Start
Competitive Rates
12 Month Contract

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our clients delivery team working across major civil and rail infrastructure projects.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Civil Site Engineers - Rail Projects

at Civil Services Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

We are regularly tendering for Rail Projects in the Brisbane, Gold & Sunshine Coast regions and are seeking expressions of interest from...

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed forty five minutes ago

A08 Project Manager (ETCS)

at empire group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$97.66 to $103.19 per hour plus superannuation

6 month contract with possible extension
Lead delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects
Inner City Location

6 month contract with possible extension
Lead delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects
Inner City Location

Rail infrastructure program role. Lead delivery, manage stakeholders, contracts & risk. Contract opportunity in major projects environment.

Recruited byPauline Stephens

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

45m ago

Listed seven days ago

Re Rail Coordinator (CAPM)

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Competive hourly rate

Immediate Start
11/10 or 8/6 Rosters
Port Hedland Based/Ongoing Work

Immediate Start
11/10 or 8/6 Rosters
Port Hedland Based/Ongoing Work

We are seeking an experienced Re Rail Coordinator (CAPM) for an opportunity in Port Hedland working for a major Tier 1 miner on an 11:10 or 8:6 roster

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed five hours ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Zinfra

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Exceptional Benefits Package

Deliver critical projects that power communities
Industry leading purchased leave policy
Full-Time permanent opportunity - QLD/NSW based

Deliver critical projects that power communities
Industry leading purchased leave policy
Full-Time permanent opportunity - QLD/NSW based

Rare opportunity for a Project Engineer/ Senior Project Engineer to join our expanding NSW/ QLD teams delivering critical energy projects!

subClassification: Field EngineeringField Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5h ago

Listed one day ago

Rail Maintainer, TFLE Electrical (Temporary Opportunity - Upto 23 months)

at Transport for NSW

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Flemington, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term opportunities
Dynamic work environment
Great employee benefits and opportunity for growth

Full time, fixed term opportunities
Dynamic work environment
Great employee benefits and opportunity for growth

Tangara Life Extension upgrades operating and passenger info systems. Rail Maintainer (Electrical) inspects, services and repairs fleet equipment.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Transport Engineer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Public Sector People are currently partnering with a Sydney based local government organisation to recruit for a Transport Engineer.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed thirty five minutes ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Hays | Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$60 p/h - $73 p/h + super

Melbourne CBD | Flexible Working Arrangement
Temporary Opportunity | Initial 6-month contract
Immediate Start | Paying between $60 - $73 p/h + super

Melbourne CBD | Flexible Working Arrangement
Temporary Opportunity | Initial 6-month contract
Immediate Start | Paying between $60 - $73 p/h + super

Senior Project Engineer contract delivering complex DSS infrastructure via detailed design review and stakeholder collaboration.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

35m ago

Listed eight days ago

EOI Project Services Construction Management - VIC

at ARCH Artifex

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Various opportunities for motivated and enthusiastic Project Engineers to join Project Services Group in supporting infrastructure delivery roles.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Rolling Stock Engineer

at Hays | Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive Rates, based on experience

Immediate Impact
Project Stability
Market-leading flexibility

Immediate Impact
Project Stability
Market-leading flexibility

Tier One Contractor searches for Rolling Stock Engineers

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed three hours ago

Project Engineer - OCS

at Hays | Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$75 p/h - $85 p/h + super

Melbourne CBD | Flexible Working Arrangement
Temporary Opportunity | Initial 6-month contract
Immediate Start | Paying between $75 - $85 p/h + super

Melbourne CBD | Flexible Working Arrangement
Temporary Opportunity | Initial 6-month contract
Immediate Start | Paying between $75 - $85 p/h + super

Experienced OCS specialist required to deliver high-quality project briefs across CCTV, data networks, and operational technology portfolios.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Engineer (Infrastructure)

at MMD Recruitment

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$95 – $100 per hour

Project Engineer delivering HV transmission, substation and renewable energy infrastructure across Sydney on long-term Tier 1 contract

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

M&E Surveillance Engineer

at Recruitment Engineering Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Brisbane based rail project
Long term contract role with attractive hourly rates
Immediate requirement

Brisbane based rail project
Long term contract role with attractive hourly rates
Immediate requirement

Site based Electrical Engineer working client side in a construction verification role across LV electrical works / Major Brisbane CBD rail project

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Engineer

at Shire of Derby-West Kimberley

This is a Contract/Temp job

Derby, Broome & Kimberley WA

Competitive sallary + Housing and Vehicle options

$140k–$160k base salary plus allowances, housing and vehicle
High autonomy role with end‑to‑end project ownership
Regional engineering with real community impact

$140k–$160k base salary plus allowances, housing and vehicle
High autonomy role with end‑to‑end project ownership
Regional engineering with real community impact

Deliver hands on civil infrastructure projects independently while living the adventure of the remote Kimberley

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Project Engineer - Temporary Structures

at Heaton Rail Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Competitive pay rates

Own end-to-end temporary works delivery supporting safe demolition on site
Support critical works at the Western Treatment Plant
Work in a tight-knit team on complex, high-impact engineering projects

Own end-to-end temporary works delivery supporting safe demolition on site
Support critical works at the Western Treatment Plant
Work in a tight-knit team on complex, high-impact engineering projects

Lead and deliver temporary works solutions end-to-end, enabling safe demolition through design coordination and site execution.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Project Engineer - (PSR)

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Corbould Park, Sunshine Coast QLD

$51.06ph + 12% super (overtime rates available)

One of QLD's largest state departments is on the lookout for multiple project engineers to strengthen their road maintenance & electrical teams!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Corridor and Project Access Officer

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

AUD 42 - 51 per hour

Support rail corridor and project access admin, assist in land management, project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and policy review.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Coordinator Integrated Transport Engineering

at City of Moreton Bay

This is a Contract/Temp job

Strathpine, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

TRP $198,699 pa | 4 years

Leadership role - transport, civil, structural and electrical engineering teams
Work across a wide variety of projects within transport networks
Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.

Leadership role - transport, civil, structural and electrical engineering teams
Work across a wide variety of projects within transport networks
Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.

Lead and manage Council’s transport, civil, structural and electrical engineering teams which are responsible for the engineering design

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

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