Rail Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Operate machinery across rail and civil works in the Pilbara. Maintain rail corridors, complete vegetation control, and support ore car line cleaning.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Rail Excavator Operator | South Brisbane QLD

at CW People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Loganlea, Brisbane QLD

$45 - $48/hr + Pens + Allowances
Starting May 2026 | Ongoing work | Up to 10 hour days
RIW, SARC, WET Rail Tickets Required

$45 - $48/hr + Pens + Allowances
Starting May 2026 | Ongoing work | Up to 10 hour days
RIW, SARC, WET Rail Tickets Required

CELOTTI WORKFORCE have multiple civil clients currently seeking Experienced Rail Excavator Operators to join their team in South Brisbane.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Track Workers

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Southern Suburbs & Logan, Brisbane QLD

Different pay rates depending on skills and tickets
Projects extending over 1 year tenure
Must come with RIW, SARC and WET tickets

Different pay rates depending on skills and tickets
Projects extending over 1 year tenure
Must come with RIW, SARC and WET tickets

Seeking all level of track workers for ongoing work throughout southern Brisbane and Gold Coast

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

7d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Shutdown Rail Workers

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

Night rail works
$51/hr night rate
Accommodation and travel supplied

Night rail works
$51/hr night rate
Accommodation and travel supplied

Aurizon inducted rail workers

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

22h ago

Listed four days ago

Shutdown Rail Workers

at Workfast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gracemere, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

Night rail works
$51/hr night rate
Accommodation and travel supplied

Night rail works
$51/hr night rate
Accommodation and travel supplied

Aurizon inducted rail workers

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

4d 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 six 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)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Road Train Operator

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Up to $62 per hour

Secure a spot on a gold contract that values YOUR time
Structured and consistent roster
Competitive pay with extended contract opportunities

Secure a spot on a gold contract that values YOUR time
Structured and consistent roster
Competitive pay with extended contract opportunities

Done with rolling rosters? Swap chaos for a structured swing you can actually plan around.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Trainee Safety Officer (Rail)

at Public Transport Authority

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$77,911 – $98,767 per year

The opportunity to earn whilst you learn
Undertake a range of rail safety work
Receive on-the-job and off-the job training

The opportunity to earn whilst you learn
Undertake a range of rail safety work
Receive on-the-job and off-the job training

Start a rail safety career through our Safety Development Program with paid training, placements, qualifications and pathways to permanent roles.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

13d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

ROAD TRAIN OPERATORS

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive pay | 2/1 roster
2+ years experience essential
Permanent opportunities for the right candidates

Competitive pay | 2/1 roster
2+ years experience essential
Permanent opportunities for the right candidates

We are currently seeking experienced Road Train Operators for multiple opportunities across WA.

Recruited byPhoenix Reilly

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

22d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Civil Plant Operators - Multiple Roles Available Now

at EOC Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Ongoing work across multiple projects | Casual and permanent opportunities
All-purpose rates with daily penalties paid | $40 - $55 per hour
Variety of Projects | Clients & Sites

Ongoing work across multiple projects | Casual and permanent opportunities
All-purpose rates with daily penalties paid | $40 - $55 per hour
Variety of Projects | Clients & Sites

Civil Plant Operators - Excavator, Grader, Loader, watercart and more | Regional Projects | Ongoing Work

Recruited byEmmah O'Connell

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mechanical Maintenance Technicians - Rail Rolling Stock

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auburn, Sydney NSW

+ penalties

Currently recruiting Mechanical Fitters for Locomotive/Rolling Stock Maintenance in Sydney!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

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

12d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed six 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)

6h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Rail Labourer (6-7 month contract)

at Australian Rail Track Corporation

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Narrabri, Tamworth & North West NSW

Hourly rate + Overtime.

6-7-month Contract (maternity leave cover) repairing rail tracks around Narrabri
Work Monday - Friday from 6.30am-3.30pm
Outdoor, physical hands on role, maintaining and repairing rail tracks.

6-7-month Contract (maternity leave cover) repairing rail tracks around Narrabri
Work Monday - Friday from 6.30am-3.30pm
Outdoor, physical hands on role, maintaining and repairing rail tracks.

Entry level 6-7-month contract (Maternity leave cover) working around Narrabri repairing the rail track. Driver's licence required

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago