Senior Process Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

Contract opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer delivering equipment upgrades and piping systems across major industrial projects.

Recruited byEimear Hunt

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chichester, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Contract position
8:6 roster
Dayshift only

Contract position
8:6 roster
Dayshift only

Process Engineer Position - Opportunity to join an innovator and developer of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy.

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

16d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Commissioning Engineer

at Six Degrees Executive Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dandenong, Melbourne VIC

Work with Chobani on a major expansion driving serious production growth
Work on a large-scale site upgrade, including new filling and packing lines
End-to-end commissioning, from install to ramp-up

Work with Chobani on a major expansion driving serious production growth
Work on a large-scale site upgrade, including new filling and packing lines
End-to-end commissioning, from install to ramp-up

Seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join Chobani on a 12-month FTC during a significant capital program

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Engineer Mechanical

at Tianqi Lithium Kwinana Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kwinana Beach, Perth WA

First Lithium Hydroxide Plant in Australia
Attractive remuneration package including additional Superannuation
Private health insurance reimbursement

First Lithium Hydroxide Plant in Australia
Attractive remuneration package including additional Superannuation
Private health insurance reimbursement

At TLEA, you'll be part of a team that is excited to be involved in a world-class project that benefits not only WA but the world.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Weipa, Cairns & Far North QLD(Hybrid)

Competitive Hourly Rate

2–6 month contract Process Engineer role based in Weipa
Flexible roster including onsite camp and hybrid work options
Focus on plant optimisation, process improvement and site support

2–6 month contract Process Engineer role based in Weipa
Flexible roster including onsite camp and hybrid work options
Focus on plant optimisation, process improvement and site support

2–6 month Process Engineer contract supporting Rio Tinto operations in Weipa, with flexible roster and hybrid work options.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed five hours ago

C & Q Engineer

at Bell People

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Exciting Opportunity for talented C & Q Engineer to join global pharmaceutical for commissioning & qualification for major CAPEX projects. ASAP START

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5h ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Rare opportunity to work as a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a sought-after organisation operating within a highly regulated, complex environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Alchemy Recruitment Consulting Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Highly competitve day rate

Leading Mining Giant
Contract role
Brisbane Based Study role

Leading Mining Giant
Contract role
Brisbane Based Study role

Deliver CHPP study engineering, manage scope, cost and schedule, develop key docs, and coordinate stakeholders and service providers across projects.

Recruited byDoug Hodge

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Process Engineer

at Hays | Defence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bendigo, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC

Significant Team Growth
Career Progression
Attractive Rates

Significant Team Growth
Career Progression
Attractive Rates

Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Opportunity to work on a high technical Defence Project Your new company An established

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed ten 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)

10h ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Business Process Analyst

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

6 Month Contract - Government Department
CBD Location - Hybrid Working Arrangement
Optimising Business Processes

6 Month Contract - Government Department
CBD Location - Hybrid Working Arrangement
Optimising Business Processes

Our Government client is looking for a Senior Business Process Analyst to evaluate and improve existing business processes in the organisation.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Brunel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

12 Month Contract Opportunity

Support major refinery infrastructure projects
Work on mechanical systems and upgrades
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Support major refinery infrastructure projects
Work on mechanical systems and upgrades
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Senior Mechanical Engineer supporting refinery infrastructure projects, delivering mechanical design, upgrades and engineering coordination.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed three hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at TRS Staffing Solutions (Australia) Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Major Port Handling Project

Major Port Handling Project

Our client is a major infrastructure owner. They are WA's primary container and bulk handling infrastructure.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3h ago

Listed two days ago

Process Technician

at Silverstone

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$60-$67 per hour + super

Long term opportunity - Potential full time offer after three months casual
2:2 roster flying from Perth every Monday
Multiple roles available as the site ramps up, great career opportunities!

Long term opportunity - Potential full time offer after three months casual
2:2 roster flying from Perth every Monday
Multiple roles available as the site ramps up, great career opportunities!

Well-established gold mining client that is ramping up a major project and expanding their processing team. 2/2 roster FIFO from Perth

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Miller Leith

This is a Contract/Temp job

Zillmere, Brisbane QLD

AUD 90 - 95 per hour

Exciting opportunity to lead and deliver end to end CAPEX projects. Immediate start required.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed four hours ago

Process Technician

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60 - $65

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Super On All Hours | Weekly Pay | 12+ Hour Days
Even time family friendly rosters available
Attractive rates, long-term opportunities, and a strong safety-focused team

Leading Gold mine in the Goldfields| 2/2 roster FIFO Perth | Temp to Perm or short term roles

Recruited byIsabelle Ganfield

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

4h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Engineering Manager

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Perth-based contract role with progression beyond PFS project travel as needed
Senior multidisciplinary leadership driving safe, practical, buildable design
Competitive remuneration aligned to experience

Perth-based contract role with progression beyond PFS project travel as needed
Senior multidisciplinary leadership driving safe, practical, buildable design
Competitive remuneration aligned to experience

Lead engineering on a $500M resources project from PFS to execution, driving technical excellence, cost control, and project outcomes.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Senior Metallurgist - Contract Role (6 months)

at Gold Road Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

HIGHLY ATTACTIVE HOURLY RATE!

HIGHLY ATTRACTIVE HOURLY RATE!
GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN THE OPTIMIZATION & RAMP UP PHASE
COMMENCING IN LATE MAY 2026

HIGHLY ATTRACTIVE HOURLY RATE!
GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN THE OPTIMIZATION & RAMP UP PHASE
COMMENCING IN LATE MAY 2026

Opportunity to work in the optimization phase of a world class lithium project!

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

at Airswift

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Call at 08 6256 0338 to know more!!

Long‑term project within an established gold processing plant!!!
Opportunity to work on complex brownfields works!!!
Exposure to end‑to‑end project delivery!!!

Long‑term project within an established gold processing plant!!!
Opportunity to work on complex brownfields works!!!
Exposure to end‑to‑end project delivery!!!

Looking for a Senior Project Engineer with strong processing plant experience for a long‑term role.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

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