Shift Operator Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Forklift Operator

at Haynes Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Louisa, Northern QLD

Up to $37 p.h. + penalties

Monday to Friday roster
$37.59/hr + penalties
Temp-to-perm opportunities

Monday to Friday roster
$37.59/hr + penalties
Temp-to-perm opportunities

Experienced forklift operator needed for a fast‑paced industrial site. Join a safety‑focused team with long‑term opportunity available now.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

Featured

Listed eighteen hours ago

Machine Operators - Immediate Start

at Zoom Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$38.90 - $44.73 p.h.

Competitive hourly rates plus regular overtime
Early Friday finishes for improved work/life balance
Ongoing casual roles with consistent, full-time hours

Competitive hourly rates plus regular overtime
Early Friday finishes for improved work/life balance
Ongoing casual roles with consistent, full-time hours

Zoom Recruitment is currently seeking reliable Machine Operators to join a leading steel reinforcing manufacturer

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

18h ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Machine Operator

at National Workforce Epping

This is a Contract/Temp job

Reservoir, Melbourne VIC

$34 - $40 p.h.

Immediate Start
Working for High Profile Company
Full time opportunity!

Immediate Start
Working for High Profile Company
Full time opportunity!

An exciting opportunity has become available for Machine Operators, located in the Northern Suburbs, to start immediately working Monday to Friday.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

13h ago

Listed two days ago

Afternoon Shift Machine Operators

at DNA Recruitment Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mordialloc, Melbourne VIC

$35 - $38

Looking for 2 Machine Operators for afternoon shift, Temp to Perm position for the right person, Stable hours

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Machine Operator

at Zoom Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Marys, Sydney NSW

$39 - $45 p.h.

Immediate start
$39.98 - Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:20pm
$45.98 - Afternoon Shift: 2:20pm - 10:40pm

Immediate start
$39.98 - Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:20pm
$45.98 - Afternoon Shift: 2:20pm - 10:40pm

Zoom Recruitment is partnering with InfraBuild Reinforcing to recruit Machine Operators for their high-volume St Marys site.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Process Operator

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| 8/6 roster FIFO Perth | Temp to Perm or short term roles

Recruited byIsabelle Ganfield

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

12h ago

Listed one day ago

Forklift Licensed Dump Line Operator

at Core Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rocklea, Brisbane QLD

AUD 40 - 41 per hour

Immediate start on offer - interviews commencing as soon as this week
Temp to perm opportunities
Above award paid $

Immediate start on offer - interviews commencing as soon as this week
Temp to perm opportunities
Above award paid $

Forklift Licensed Production Operators required

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Specialist Production Operator

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Plympton, Adelaide SA

Attractive package

Specialist Production Operator. We are seeking Mechanically Minded Specialist Operators to join our team in a high-skill workforce.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Operator

at H People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yatala, Gold Coast QLD

$37.83

Permanent After 4 Weeks
Experienced Forklift Drivers
Opportunity for long-term employment

Permanent After 4 Weeks
Experienced Forklift Drivers
Opportunity for long-term employment

H People is seeking an experienced Production Operator to join a fast-paced and supportive team based in Yatala.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Operator - Afternoon Shift

at CoreStaff Newcastle & Hunter

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cardiff, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Afternoon shift only!
Cardiff location
Ongoing work with potential for full-time opportunities

Afternoon shift only!
Cardiff location
Ongoing work with potential for full-time opportunities

CoreStaff is seeking experienced Machine Operators for an immediate start on afternoon shift with one of Australia's leading steel manufacturers.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

7d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Production Operators

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carole Park, Brisbane QLD

$32.31 - $37.16 per hour + super

Strong likelihood of permanency within 6 to 12 months!
Must be available for rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
Free onsite parking!

Strong likelihood of permanency within 6 to 12 months!
Must be available for rotating morning and afternoon shifts.
Free onsite parking!

Global manufacturer seeking production operators on an ongoing basis! Manufacturing experience is desirable! Must pass criminal, medical & drug test

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

13h ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Operators

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albury, Albury Area NSW

Plenty of hours + work variety
Great Pay
Great team environment

Plenty of hours + work variety
Great Pay
Great team environment

We are currently seeking experienced Machine Operators and Forklift Drivers to join our team.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine Operators

at Fuse Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

AUD 33.68 - 38.73 per hour

Competitive Pay + Shift Allowances
Experience Machine Operators
Day and Afternoon shifts

Competitive Pay + Shift Allowances
Experience Machine Operators
Day and Afternoon shifts

Experienced Machine Operators Wanted | Multiple Shifts

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Warehouse Operator

at Fuse Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Heidelberg West, Melbourne VIC

AUD 37 per hour

Heidelberg location
ASAP start
Great hourly rate!

Heidelberg location
ASAP start
Great hourly rate!

An experienced cold storage operator needed for a food manufacturing company in Heidelberg. ASAP start.

subClassification: Pickers & PackersPickers & Packers

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Mobile Plant Operators | FIFO Ex. Perth

at AUS Employment Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Roster: 8:6 / 7:7,(day and night shifts)
Rate: $56.00 to $75.00 per hour + superannuation
Immediate start available

Experienced Mining Operators wanted for FIFO roles from Perth, offering competitive rates. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Production Operator

at Manpower

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg East, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

Up to $31.19 p.h.

Competitive Rate
Multiple Positions Available
ASAP Start

Competitive Rate
Multiple Positions Available
ASAP Start

Competitive Rate | Multiple Positions Available | Supportive Work Environment | ASAP Start

subClassification: Pickers & PackersPickers & Packers

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

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Production Operator

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Beverley, Adelaide SA

AUD 46 - 47 per hour

Competitive Casual Rate
Rotating Shifts
ASAP Start

Competitive Casual Rate
Rotating Shifts
ASAP Start

We are seeking a reliable Production Operator to support efficient manufacturing operations across rotating day and afternoon shifts.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

5d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Plant Operator

at APG Workforce

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Childers, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$45.70 per hour + super

Childers | Immediate Start
$45.70 per hour + super
ASAP start

Childers | Immediate Start
$45.70 per hour + super
ASAP start

We're currently seeking an experienced Plant Operator for a role based in Childers, with an ASAP start!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Plant Operator/Process Worker

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

$32 - $36 p.h.

Are you an experienced process worker? This role is in an industry that will give you experience that's in high demand.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

19h ago

Listed two days ago

Control Room Operator

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Griffith, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

Immediate Start
Career Growth
competitive rates and allowances

Immediate Start
Career Growth
competitive rates and allowances

Chandler Macleod is seeking a candidate for a full‑time permanent role on 12‑hour rotating shifts, starting immediately.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Control Room Operator - Quarry

at Searson Buck Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

Control-room based role (Mon-Thu minimum) monitoring screens.
Ongoing position with full training, fixed plant familiarisation.
Hi Degree of Focus and Commubication

Control-room based role (Mon-Thu minimum) monitoring screens.
Ongoing position with full training, fixed plant familiarisation.
Hi Degree of Focus and Commubication

Join a safety-first crushing operation as a Fixed Plant Control Room Operator, monitoring plant performance.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

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

7d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Process Worker - Manual Handling

at FindStaff Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Knoxfield, Melbourne VIC

$35 - $45 p.h. + Super

Day/ Afternoon / Night Shifts available
ASAP Start!
Permanent work opportunities for the right fit!

Day/ Afternoon / Night Shifts available
ASAP Start!
Permanent work opportunities for the right fit!

Experienced Process Workers - Immediate Start & Ongoing Employment!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

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

15h ago

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