Shipbuilding Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Tug Master (Fixed Term) - Esperance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Esperance, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Even time family friendly roster
Opportunity to
Opportunity to apply Master qualifications, with potential for ongoing work

Join the world's leading towage operator in Esperance. Enjoy a 3/3 roster, operate modern ASD tugs, and benefit from potential ongoing opportunities.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Construction Supervisor

at DBS Recruitment and Labour Hire

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per annum + Super
Immediate start available or negotiable for the right candidate
Supportive team culture with room to grow

Take the next step in your construction career and join our dynamic team to help drive the successful delivery of Projects in the Rockhampton Region

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors classification: Construction(Construction)

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Listed seven days ago

Category Specialist

at Austal Ships

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle, Perth WA

Join a company with strong job security backed by long‑term defence contracts
Strong job stability, career development, and long‑term growth opportunities
Contribute to world‑class vessels built right here in Australia.

Category Specialist managing procurement and supply chains, driving supplier performance, category strategies, contract negotiations, compliance and v

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welders FIFO Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lavington, Albury Area NSW

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welders FIFO Night Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Support Officer

at Industry Skills Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Work with the Executive Director - Maritime and support delivery of meaningful outcomes for Australia's maritime industry.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welders FIFO Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welders FIFO Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Inventory & Procurement Officer

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Take ownership of invenotry and purchasing for our Darwin site
Contribute to border security and RAN capability
Work with leading, Australian built USVs

Implement processes and procedures to develop and drive inventory and purchasing control for an uncrewed capability!

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Naval Architect / Structural Engineer

at Akkodis

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Work on high-profile engineering projects.
12-month contract with potential for extension.
Excellent opportunity to build your career in a collaborative engineering envt,

These roles will support complex engineering and sustainment projects across maritime platforms.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Welder FIFO Night Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welder FIFO Night Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $83 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Marine Manufacturing / Assembly Worker

at AWX Sunshine Coast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bells Creek, Sunshine Coast QLD

+ Super + Applicable Penalties

We are looking for Assembly Workers for a growing industry leader based in Caloundra.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Welder (FIFO) - Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$83 - $84 p.h.

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Marine Project Engineer

at Commercial Marine Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

$120,000 – $150,000 per year

Diverse, hands-on work across marine, civil construction and offshore projects
great mentoring opportunity with skilled team
Safety-focused team culture with opportunities to develop skills

Temp Marine Project Engineer role — join a solutions-focused team delivering marine and civil construction projects with potential for longer term

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

1 x L3 Outfitting Engineer

at SWU Consultation Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$130 – $135 per hour

Free Payroll
Active NV1 required
Canberra onsite

Technical Certification Engineer is required to join the team in RAAF Williamtown

subClassification: NavyNavy classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

FIFO Boilermakers - Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

Overtime penalties apply

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

FIFO Boilermakers - Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Overtime penalties apply

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Electrical Trade Assistant

at Randstad - Industrial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Osborne, Adelaide SA

$47.87 - $47.88 p.h.

Randstad is delighted to partner with one of Australia's leading defence primes, BAE Systems, who are recruiting experienced Trade Assistants

subClassification: LabourersLabourers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Boilermakers and Welders

at Morson Edge

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

-9-day fortnight offering excellent work-life balance
Long Term Employment
Great Opportunity to get into the defence industry

We're seeking experienced Welders and Boilermakers for long-term opportunities on the Shipbuilding Project.

Recruited byOrlaith Barr

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Marine Fitter

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Henderson, Perth WA

AUD 74 per hour, Penalty Rates + Allowances

$74.00/hr
Penalties + Super
6-Month Contract

Chandler Macleod is currently seeking experienced Marine Fitters to join a major Defence maritime project based in Henderson, Western Australia.

subClassification: NavyNavy classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen days ago

FIFO Boilermakers - Night Shift

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Overtime penalties apply

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Boilermaker/Welder | Navy Vessels

at JCK Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$63 - $70

6 months+ work available
Perth Based
Competitive Raets

6 months+ work on Navy Vessels based in Henderson. Start Immediately.

Recruited byJustin Hillier

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

FIFO Boilermakers - Night Shift

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sunshine Coast QLD

Overtime penalties apply

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide, SA.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

15d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Special Class Welders | FIFO 3:1 | SA | Defence work - NSW

at Shadbolt Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Great Rates of Pay!

Great pay, generous site allowances, paid travel, flights, accommodation & car
Secure long-term Defence project with a 3:1 FIFO roster and 4 weeks of training
Join a skilled, supportive team building Australia's naval capability

Build Australia's naval future! FIFO 3:1 roster, excellent rates, paid travel, flights, accommodation & long-term security.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Ship Crew

at 6020 Energy Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Springfield, Brisbane QLD

Established Australian marine operator seeks a full crew for a 212 GT harbour/coastal tug based in QLD.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

20d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Special Class Welders | FIFO 3:1 | SA | Defence work - VIC

at Shadbolt Group Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Great Rates of Pay!

Great pay, generous site allowances, paid travel, flights, accommodation & car
Secure long-term Defence project with a 3:1 FIFO roster
Join a skilled, supportive team building Australia's naval capability

Build Australia's naval future! FIFO 3:1 roster, excellent rates, paid travel, flights, accommodation & long-term security.

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Welder (FIFO) - Afternoon Shift

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$83 - $84 p.h. + + overtime

Randstad have partnered with BAE Systems to recruit highly skilled FIFO Welders to work on a major defence shipbuilding project in Adelaide

subClassification: Welders & BoilermakersWelders & Boilermakers classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Coordinator - P-8A Program

at Boeing Defence Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Edinburgh, Adelaide SA

Competitive Remuneration

RAAF P-8A support!
Defence aviation focus!
Fixed term role until December 2027!

Project Coordinator role supporting the RAAF P-8A program at BDA. Coordinate reporting, risks and stakeholders in a dynamic team.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago