Rail Manager Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Nov 2026

Listed six days ago

Temp Rail Interface Program Manager

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

$154,787 - $163,553 per annum

Fixed-term Temporary project role - Full-time - Flexible
$154,787 - $163,553 per annum
Attractive superannuation - flexible work options

The Rail Interface Program Manager is to lead the development, implementation, and management of critical interface programs.

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Manager - Suburban Railway Loop

at City of Monash

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glen Waverley, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$114603 - $128248 p.a.

Full-time fixed-term opportunity (Limited Term 12 Month)
Salary starting from $114,603.02 + Superannuation (Band 7)
Closing Friday 20 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Play a key role in shaping one of Victoria's largest infrastructure projects. Working within Council's Suburban Rail Loop Project Management team.

6d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Track Supervisor

at Category 5

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Starting at $75 per hour (depending on experience)

FIFO or Residential to Port Hedland (2:1)
Flights from anywhere across Australia
Upskilling opportunities including nationally accredited qualifications

Are you an experienced Track Renewals Supervisor with expertise in heavy haulage Rail Networks? Join our dynamic team in the Pilbara.

17h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Manager - Signalling

at V/Line Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$140,000 – $185,000 per year

Lead major signalling projects shaping Victoria's regional rail network.
Drive safe, on-time delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects.
2.5 Year, Fixed Term Contract, Full-Time

Lead major signalling projects shaping Victoria's regional rail network and Drive safe, on-time delivery of complex rail infrastructure projects.

13d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Group Manager Delivery (Telco)

at VicTrack

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

3-year PESES-1 contract

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.

3d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Rail Engineer / Technical Director

at Amara Advisory

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$100 – $150 per hour

Technical leadership role
Flexible: part-time, contract
Equity option linked to key milestones

Lead the technical side of a confidential new rail venture. A senior, flexible role with equity on offer.

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Specialist Project Delivery

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth Airport, Perth WA

Opportunity with Rio Tinto
12-month assignment
Lead rail safety and performance improvement projects

Lead rail safety and performance projects for Rio Tinto, driving business improvement, stakeholder engagement and delivery outcomes.

13d ago

Listed five days ago

FIFO Rail Project Engineer – Track and Civil

at Rail Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$75 – $105+ per hour

Deliver rail renewal and civil works in the Pilbara. Immediate start, long-term capital program, Port Hedland residential or Perth FIFO.

5d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Manager Works

at Somerset Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Esk, Somerset & Lockyer QLD

Work-life balance
Supportive work environment
Competitive Salary

Somerset Regional Council is seeking an experienced, professional and motivated civil works professional to take on the role as Manager Works

20h ago

Listed three days ago

People and Workforce Change Manager

at Public Transport Authority

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$172,119 – $198,526 per year

Lead workforce change on WA’s largest rail transformation project
Drive people strategy and change for a once-in-a-generation program
Shape the future workforce behind High-Capacity Signalling

Lead workforce transformation for the High-Capacity Signalling Program, driving strategic change, stakeholder engagement and organisational readiness.

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Manager - Strategic Asset Management (Rail)

at Hays | Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$110 p/h - $120 p/h + super

Melbourne Suburbs | Flexible working arrangement
Temporary Contract | Initial 4-month contract
Immediate Start | $110 - $120 p/h + super

Lead strategic rail asset planning and investment decisions. $110-$120 p/h + super | Initial 4-month contract with extension potential.

17d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Locomotive Maintainer - Electrical (4 Day a Week)

at Progress Rail Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cardiff, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

$55.36 per hour

Stable Employment and Long‑Term Opportunities
Commitment to Safety and Wellbeing
Career Development and Learning Opportunities

At Progress Rail, you're more than the employee - you're part of a global team shaping sustainable transportation while growing your skills and career

25d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Integration and Planning Manager

at Alchemy Recruitment Consulting Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

An opportunity to work on a significant rail project in Australia.
Work with a high performing team!
12-month contract commencing in January 2027

Alchemy Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Integration and Planning Manager for an exciting rail project connecting the east coast!

Recruited byJen Smith

1d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Manager Integration and Planning- EL 1

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

A government agency is seeking an Integration and Planning Manager to support the business case for a major rail project.

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Temp Principal Advisor (Project Controls)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$139,942 - $149,935 p.a.

Fixed-Term Temporary project role - Full-time - flexible
$139,942 - $149,935 p.a.
Attractive Superannuation - Flexible work options

The role will lead the controls function on this major brownfield rail project to critically analyse contractor performance

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Delivery Manager Stations and Facilities

at Queensland Rail

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Entering Queensland Rail’s Major Projects division, you will be working on The Wave Greenfield Stage 2 Project as a Delivery Manager Stations &...

3d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

SPE/Package Manager

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Circa $1300-1500/day + super

Client-side Role with a Major Miner
12-15 Month Contract, FIFO 2/1 ex-Perth
Circa $1300-1500/day + super

Terrific opportunity to work client-side overseeing a major mine haul road construction project in WA / FIFO 2/1 ex-Perth / Circa $1300-1500/day + Sup

Recruited byScott Alexander

17h ago

Listed eight days ago

Rail Crew Scheduler / Resource Planner

at Category 5

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Market-aligned salary

Competitive hourly rate
Even time roster | Residential or FIFO to Port Hedland
Paid Superon on hours worked

On-site in Port Hedland, this fast-paced Rail Crew Scheduler role involves rostering Train Drivers & coordinating with diverse teams across locations.

8d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Manager, Strategic Asset Management

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Contract Until End of March 2027 - Government Agency
Melbourne CBD Location - Hybrid Working Arrangement
Managing the Lifespan of Victorian Rail Assets

Our Government client is looking for a Manager, Strategic Asset Management to Manage the Lifespan of Victorian Rail Assets.

17d ago

Listed eight days ago

Safety Partner

at Aurizon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

12-month contract based in Newcastle
Support diverse rail, port, terminal & trucking operations
Supportive culture and values driven environment

Play an important role in strengthening safety performance, supporting leaders and frontline teams.

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Supervisor - Track Renewals Execution (FIFO)

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Port Hedland, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Competive hourly rate

Immediate Start
11/10
Port Hedland Based/Ongoing Work

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Track Supervisor to join our team.

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager- Transport Management

at iterate

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

12-month contract with a leading Australian retailer
Lead a major enterprise Transport Management System implementation
Complex supply chain transformation

Lead a major Transport Management System implementation across a complex, enterprise-scale supply chain transformation.

1d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Rail Maintainer (Mechanical) TFLE-AHMC & FMC (Temp Opp - up to 20 months)

at Transport for NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auburn, Sydney NSW

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.

17d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Manager - Integration & Planning (EL1) | Strategic Transport

at McArthur

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$75 - $76 p.h.

Strategic transport planning role on a major rail infrastructure program
NSW major-project & multimodal transport planning experience highly sought
12-month contract + extension | Sydney or Newcastle locations | Hybrid

Senior transport planning opportunity supporting station access, network integration and strategic planning across a major rail infrastructure program

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Specialist Trainer - Rail Operations

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive rate on offer

Apply your experience to operational training and capability development
FIFO opportunities to Newman or Port Hedland on 2-on/2-off roster
Support the delivery of a rail signalling system across Pilbara operations

Support the rollout of a rail signalling system through specialist Train Driver training across Pilbara rail operations.

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Scheduling Officer

at Metro Trains Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Max term role until July 2027, based in Melbourne's CBD
Plan timetables for special events, major projects and disruptions
Use your analytical skills to solve complex scheduling challenges

Use your analytical skills to shape Melbourne's daily train timetables, from special events to major projects. Max term until July 2027

2d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Manager (Games Coordinated Transport Operations)

at Department of Transport and Main Roads

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$154,787 - $163,553 p.a.

Temporary full-time opportunity to 30 June 2029
36.25-hr/week + flexible/hybrid working options + accrued time off
Lead coordinated transport operations planning for the Brisbane 2032 Games.

Lead a team to plan coordinated transport operations for the Brisbane 2032 Games, working with key partners to prepare for Games-time delivery

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Manager Operations

at AAR Consulting Group P/L

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$100 per hour inclusive of super (35 hr/week)

High profile NSW government agency
Hybrid role - work from home and office (Parramatta)
Opportunity for long term contract

Leading operational functions, driving service delivery outcomes, managing stakeholder relationships & providing leadership across business operations

9d ago

Listed six days ago