287 shutdown operator jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Engineering Trades Australia

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 eleven days ago

EOI | Trades Assistant | O&G Turnarounds

at GR Production Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

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 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 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 eleven days ago

Vac Truck Operators

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

FIFO from any Australian Capital
On Going Shutdown Opportunities
Weekly Pay

CoreStaff SA are seeking Vac Truck Ops for FIFO Shutdown work in Olympic Dam. Apply now!

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

11d ago

Listed five days ago

EOI - Trades/Technicians (KARRATHA LOCALS)

at Contract Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

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 eleven days ago

Vac Truck Operators

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

FIFO from any Australian Capital
On Going Shutdown Opportunities
Weekly Pay

CoreStaff SA are seeking Vac Truck Ops for FIFO Shutdown work in Olympic Dam. Apply now!

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

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Vac Truck Operators

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

FIFO from any Australian Capital
On Going Shutdown Opportunities
Weekly Pay

CoreStaff SA are seeking Vac Truck Ops for FIFO Shutdown work in Olympic Dam. Apply now!

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

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Vac Truck Operators

Kalgoorlie, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

FIFO from any Australian Capital
On Going Shutdown Opportunities
Weekly Pay

CoreStaff SA are seeking Vac Truck Ops for FIFO Shutdown work in Olympic Dam. Apply now!

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

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 eleven days ago

Vac Truck Operators

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

FIFO from any Australian Capital
On Going Shutdown Opportunities
Weekly Pay

CoreStaff SA are seeking Vac Truck Ops for FIFO Shutdown work in Olympic Dam. Apply now!

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

11d 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 nine days ago

FIFO | SMP Professional, Trades and Construction Roles

at M2P Engineering Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

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 eleven days ago

Shutdown Riggers - August, 2026

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 five days ago

Civil Operators & Labourers

at Pandanus Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

+ Camp + Meals + FIFO from Brisbane

Long-term project with immediate starts
Camp accommodation, meals and FIFO from Brisbane provided
Join a major Central Queensland infrastructure project

Experienced GPS operators and civil Labourers wanted for a major Central Queensland infrastructure project. FIFO, camp, long-term work.

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

5d ago

Listed four days ago

CRANE OPERATORS FIFO|MOBILE, CRAWLERS & FRANNAS

at Sure People Solutions Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth Airport, Perth WA

Top Pay Rates - Paid Weekly

Secure (back to back) work remainder 2026
Top Rates
All Crane Tickets sort

Pick and choose your Swings and Locations: All tickets — CO, C0, C6, C1. TOP RATES - Paid weekly, Secure work (back-to-back) for the remainder of 2026

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Civil Plant Operator

at Programmed Skilled Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gold Coast QLD

2/2 Roster | Paid Travel Time
Camp and Meals provided
FIFO - Cairns or Brisbane

We're seeking experienced Civil Plant Operators to join our client's team in Weipa, QLD.

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

2d ago

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 sixteen days ago

FIFO Shutdown Riggers - Approx $4,700 per week

Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Advanced Riggers
Flights, Accom and Food supplied
10-12 hours days on 2 week swings

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

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

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

FIFO | SMP Professional, Trades and Construction Roles

at M2P Engineering Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

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 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 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 three days ago

Trades Assistant – AMPOL Turnaround

at UGL - Services - Fuels and Energy East

This is a Contract/Temp job

Olympic Dam, Coober Pedy & Outback SA

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 nine days ago

Crane Operators

at Red Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

AUD 59 - 61 per hour, Shutdown Work for August

Expressions of Interest – Crane Operators. Shutdown work 15–23 August. $59–$61/hr. Confined Space & WAH required. Potential ongoing opportunities.

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

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Lagger - Eraring, NSW

at Downer EDI Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Morisset, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

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

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

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Rigger – Basic / Intermediate / Advanced – AMPOL Turnaround

at UGL - Services - Fuels and Energy East

This is a Contract/Temp job