536 shutdown jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

at Engineering Trades Australia

Weekly Pay - No Waiting
Consistent Pipeline of Shutdown Work
Immediate Starts Available

Wisely is gearing up for major Shutdowns & Weekly Outages, with work through to December. Immediate starts, lock in work now.

Recruited byClaire Higham

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed twelve days ago

Shutdown Crew - Mechanical Fitter/Boilermaker/Riggers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lithgow, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

Up to $62 per hour + Penalties
Long term shutdown at a power station in NSW
$800 per week LAHA - sourcing your own accommodation

ETA is recruiting for a full crew for a major power station shutdown. Mix of roles such as Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, and Riggers

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

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

EOI | Trades Assistant | O&G Turnarounds

at GR Production Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

at UGL - Services - Fuels and Energy East

September 2026 WA shutdown opportunities.
Competitive rates with ongoing shutdown pipeline.
Join a safety-focused, industry-leading team.

September 2026 WA shutdowns/Turnarounds. Join an experienced team supporting major projects with competitive rates & potential further opportunities.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - Engineering & MaintenanceOil & Gas - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Trades Assistant – AMPOL Turnaround

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Support one of Australia’s largest refinery shutdowns
Work alongside skilled trades and contribute to safe, high quality execution
Join UGL’s high performing turnaround team

Contribute directly to the safe delivery of the AMPOL Refinery Turnaround (Mid-August– September 2026

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

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Shutdown Expression of Interest, Brisbane and QLD

Kalgoorlie, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Multiple positions on offer
Above award pay rates, Penalty rates for overtime
Ongoing work opportunities after shutdown completion

Workfast is calling for Expressions of Interest for upcoming shutdown projects across Brisbane and wider Queensland.

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

11d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Shutdown Rigger, Boilermaker, Mechanical Fitter & Trade Assistant

at Moon Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

AUD 55 - 62 per hour

Commencing 13.06.26 running for 2 months - 3 months
SMP Project on a gold mining site
Based near Kalgoorlie WA

Shutdown personnel required for multiple projects

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Offsiders / Labourers - Shutdown

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

This is a Contract/Temp job

4-5 week projects with full-time hours
Monday to Saturday roster
Gladstone shutdowns starting August

Join upcoming Gladstone shutdowns this August! Earn from $38.50/hr + Penalties + OT on 4-5 week projects. Monday-Saturday roster. Apply today!

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

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Labourers - Annual Shutdown

at Huntsman Recruiting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

$33.05 p/h + Super

Overtime on the table.
Two-week shutdown | 15th-29th July
Earn great money with a well-established local manufacturer

Roll up your sleeves, put in the hard yards, and cash in with plenty of overtime on a major annual shutdown.

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

18d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Shutdown - Boilermakers & Fitters

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

FIFO from select locations or local to Gladstone
Shutdown work - Trade Qualified Roles
Multiple Positions Available

Programmed Energy & Resources are currently seeking experienced and safety-focused personnel for upcoming Shutdown Work commencing July 2026.

Recruited byJami-Lee Larsen

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

19d ago

Listed five days ago

EOI - Trades/Technicians (KARRATHA LOCALS)

at Contract Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

Local Karratha role
On-going contract
Variety of work availalbe

We are looking to add further locals to our team in Karratha. This is a local role for a variety of Technciains

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Shutdown Boilermakers/fitters Required for South Australian Maintenance projects

at TC Weldpro pty ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Roxby Downs, Coober Pedy & Outback SA

$67.50 – $77.50 per hour

Great pay rates
Impeccable safety record
Experienced supervisors

TCW ESP Professionals are heavily involved with mine air pollution control across multiple Australian mine sites.

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

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Confined Space Sentry Shutdown

at Randstad - Trades & Labour

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lytton, Brisbane QLD

10 - 12 hour shifts

experienced Confined Space Sentry (Hole Watch) for an upcoming 2-week industrial shutdown in Lytton QLD

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

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Shutdown Boilermakers - FIFO Approx. $4900-$5650 pw

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

approx. $4900 - $5650 pw

Meal, flight and camp provided, Flight will cover all capital city
Work for a reputable company and one of the biggest mining site
Day and night shift approx. $4900 to $5650 per week

We are currently seeking Boilermakers for an upcoming shutdown in Roxby Downs, SA.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

FIFO Shutdown Riggers

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Advanced Riggers
Flights, Accom and Food supplied
10-12 hours days on 3 week swings

Seeking FIFO Shutdown Riggers for 3:1 swings. Flights out of Brisbane

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Shutdown Riggers - August, 2026

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Matraville, Sydney NSW

$49.98 - $64.97 p.h. + + OT Penalty Rates

Riggers wanted for 5-day Matraville shutdown (Mon 24-Fri 28). Day/night shifts. Must have HRW licence, full availability.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Welder Special Class - Shutdown

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Competitive Rate + Penalties + Site Allowances

Strong earning potential with EBA rates, OT penalties and site allowance
Hands‑on outage experience at Eraring Power Station
Great support with accommodation/LAHA and potential ongoing work

Casual DIDO roles at Eraring Power Station, Outage in the Hunter region, NSW. Staggered start dates from mid Aug, with an approximate duration until

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

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Shutdowns & Outages 2026 | Immediate Starts | Secure Your Spot Now

at Wisely

This is a Contract/Temp job

Morisset, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Weekly Pay - No Waiting
Consistent Pipeline of Shutdown Work
Immediate Starts Available

Wisely is gearing up for major Shutdowns & Weekly Outages, with work through to December. Immediate starts, lock in work now.

Recruited byClaire Higham

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Mechanical Fitter - Eraring, NSW

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Casual Role + Monday to Saturday Roster

Casual Shutdown Role with potential for other project/outage work
Monday-Saturday working 11hour shifts
Competitive EBA rates + OT Penalties (from base rate) + site allowances

Mechanical Fitters wanted for Eraring Power Station outage. Great rates, allowances, accommodation and future opportunities.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

FIFO Shutdown Fitters - Approx $5,500 per week

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fitters Required
Flights, Accom and Food supplied
10-12 hours days on 2 week swings

Seeking FIFO Shutdown Fitters for 2:1 swings. Flights out of Perth

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Boilermakers - Queensland Shutdown Work

at Minprovise

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Indigenous Managed Services

Consistent shutdown pipeline across QLD mining sites throughout 2026
Competitive rates + flights provided where applicable
Ongoing work with progression into Leading Hand roles

Ongoing QLD shutdown work for experienced Riggers. Competitive rates, flights where applicable, and consistent 2026 pipeline.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11d ago

Listed nine days ago

FIFO | SMP Professional, Trades and Construction Roles

at M2P Engineering Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Immediate starts – surface & UG at Cadia, Prominent Hill, Tanami & Santos
Family-friendly 2:1 roster with FIFO from most airports, not just capitals
Site uplifts, incentive payments + underground allowance where it applies

Expressions of Interest from Boilermakers, Pipe Fitters, Riggers, Crane Operators, Industrial Painters, Mechanical Fitters, Supervisors, HSE and more.

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

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Trade Assistant / High Risk EWP Operator - Shutdown

at Tradeconnex PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$55ph
High Risk EWP
Working at Heights

Shutdown night shift roles for High Risk EWP Operators across Sydney locations for 2 weeks in early August for 2 weeks

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators classification: Construction(Construction)

16d ago

Listed five days ago

Indigenous Identied Trade Assistant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Applicants
Long term projects
Weekly Pay

Experienced Trade Assistants Wanted for DIDO and Perth based roles.

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Shutdown Electricians

at CrewSELECT Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$80 days | $88 nights | 12 Hour shift

August shutdowns - FIFO - Rio Tinto and FMG
Days and nights available
Ongoing shutdowns - FIFO

Shutdown Electricians

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

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Fitter- Shutdown

at Skout Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

$69 - $70 p.h. + OT and allowances

Great opportunity to start or Further your experience in Resources Fitting work
$69 per hour + penalties

Seeking DIDO Fitters for Millmerran Power Station Shutdown 14 Sept-10 Nov. $69.76/hour+OT on 5-6 days/week- 6am-5pm. Weekly allowances total $160.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

18d ago

Listed nine days ago

Riggers & Doggers

at Red Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Olympic Dam, Coober Pedy & Outback SA

AUD 55 per hour, Shutdown Work for August 2026

Expressions of Interest – Riggers & Doggers. Shutdown work 15–23 August. $55/hr. Confined Space & WAH required. Potential ongoing opportunities.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Trades Assistant - Rigger

at Recruitment Vision

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Flat Rate $54.00 per hour

FIFO Trades Assistants wanted! $54/hr flat rate, working a, 8:6 roster, 12-hour shifts, Adelaide or Port Augusta flights. Apply now!

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

13d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Riggers - Queensland Shutdown Work

at Minprovise

This is a Contract/Temp job

Consistent shutdown pipeline across QLD mining sites throughout 2026
Competitive rates + flights provided where applicable
Ongoing work with progression into Leading Hand roles

Ongoing QLD shutdown work for experienced Riggers. Competitive rates, flights where applicable, and consistent 2026 pipeline.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

FIFO Shutdown Boilermakers - Approx $5,500 per week

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Boilermakers required
Flights, Accom and Food supplied
10-12 hours days on 2 week swings

Seeking FIFO Shutdown Boilermakers for 2:1 swings. Flights out of Perth

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

11d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Mine Site Labourer (Shutdowns)

at Fetch Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job