Spatial Scientist Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed three days ago

Geophysical Technicians/Field Assistants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geophysical Technicians & Field Assistants required for projects across various locations in Australia and around the world.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Principal Spatial Administrator

at Eden Ritchie Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Oversee, manage and optimise Council's Enterprise GIS and spatial data

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Field Technician - Geophysics Projects

at WSP Australia Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Field technicians - 10:4 roster, site camp, transport & overtime
3-month contract, June start, support geophysics fieldwork projects
Outdoor, hands-on role; full training provided

Field technicians - 10:4 roster, site camp, transport & overtime
3-month contract, June start, support geophysics fieldwork projects
Outdoor, hands-on role; full training provided

Join a major infrastructure project as a Field Technician—outdoor, hands-on work supporting geophysical surveys in a fast-paced crew environment

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Scientist

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 pa + Super

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Senior Scientist delivering NSW water science, providing technical expertise and analysis to support estuaries, catchments, policy and management.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Scientist (Data Analytics/GIS)

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$118,197 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

As a Senior Scientist you will provide data analytics/GIS, deliver strategic scientific advice, NEAEP reporting, and guide stakeholders to manage risk

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Associate or Research Fellow (Quantitative and Spatial Ecologist)

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $134148 p.a. + 17% super

Apply advanced spatial and quantitative ecology to real world challenges
Work with industry and regulators on high impact biodiversity outcomes
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team shaping evidence based decisions

Apply advanced spatial and quantitative ecology to real world challenges
Work with industry and regulators on high impact biodiversity outcomes
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team shaping evidence based decisions

A dynamic research role delivering applied, industry focused ecology research to inform biodiversity management and environmental decision making.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Water Quality Scientist

at Seqwater

This is a Contract/Temp job

Landsborough, Sunshine Coast QLD

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Field role collecting and analysing water quality data to support Seqwater’s environmental and operational standards.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen hours ago

Senior ArcGIS Specialist

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$130 - $150 per hour (inc. super)

12 + 12 + 12-month contract - NV1 clearance required
Flexible work arrangements - Canberra, ACT - Offices across Australia
Establish and mature geospatial governance capabilities

12 + 12 + 12-month contract - NV1 clearance required
Flexible work arrangements - Canberra, ACT - Offices across Australia
Establish and mature geospatial governance capabilities

Design and implement survey driven apps (ArcGIS Enterprise and Survey123). Senior ArcGIS and Azure Azure DevOps specialist.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17h ago

Listed nine days ago

Database Geologist (Perth Based)

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Exploration focused work
Long-Term contract opportunity
Monday - Friday office role

Exploration focused work
Long-Term contract opportunity
Monday - Friday office role

Opportunity to work for a leading WA Gold Mining company in a corporate Perth-based exploration role.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

9d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Casual VE Teacher, Surveying

at RMIT University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

106.08

Casual hours starting ASAP
Teaching face to face into Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information
Based at Melbourne CBD but may be based at other campuses

Casual hours starting ASAP
Teaching face to face into Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information
Based at Melbourne CBD but may be based at other campuses

Casual roles at RMIT involve teaching and supporting students across various disciplines, while adhering to best practices and guidelines.

subClassification: Teaching - VocationalTeaching - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

2026 Santos Vacation Program (Engineering & Geoscience)

at Santos Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Looking to gain hands-on experience whilst completing your university degree?

subClassification: OtherOther

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

13d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Research Fellow in Community Ecology / Spatial Ecology

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Lead innovative coastal field experiments and quantitative ecological research to understand the rules structuring marine biodiversity across space.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Assistant Materials Officer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warwick, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$60 - $64.79 p.h.

4x Assistant Materials Officers | June-Nov '26 | Warwick & Toowoomba | $60-$64.79 ph | Physical field work & testing.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Research Officer - Offshore Fieldwork Specialist

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$106,094 - $113,913 (G07) + 17% superannuation

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Ready for adventure? Join CMST's offshore team and lead fieldwork, manage equipment, analyse data, and help protect our oceans for a better tomorrow!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Assistant Materials Officer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$60 - $64.79 p.h.

4x Assistant Materials Officers | June-Nov '26 | Warwick & Toowoomba | $60-$64.79 ph | Physical field work & testing.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Project Geologist - Exploration

at Ora Banda Mining Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Join the transformational journey to be the next mid tier gold producer
Family friendly roster - 8:6 FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie
Ore-some rocks, ore-some people - join the highly experienced Geology team

Join the transformational journey to be the next mid tier gold producer
Family friendly roster - 8:6 FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie
Ore-some rocks, ore-some people - join the highly experienced Geology team

Looking for a bright future? Now is the time to join Ora Banda Mining.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

GIS Officer

at Public Sector People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Opportunity for a GIS Officer to join a local council for a 6 month contract

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Junior and Project Exploration Geologists

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Work with a highly experienced team of professionals
Exposure to multiple mineral systems and commodities worldwide

Work with a highly experienced team of professionals
Exposure to multiple mineral systems and commodities worldwide

We are seeking field ready Junior and Project Exploration Geologists to complete exploration campaigns on the east coast of Australia and PNG

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Geologist_AES

at Anytime Exploration Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Immediate Start
Great Rates
Various Rosters

Immediate Start
Great Rates
Various Rosters

Join AES as an Exploration Geologist and work on exciting field projects across Australia, mapping, sampling, and supporting drilling programs.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

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

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Remote Sensing Scientist (Plant Phenotyping) - Gordonvale

at SRA (Sugar Research Australia)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gordonvale, Cairns & Far North QLD

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join our innovative team dedicated to advancing sugarcane plant breeding through cutting-edge remote sensing and phenotyping technologies.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

GIS System Administrator

at UpperGround by Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

AUD 600 - 625 per hour, + super

Initial 6 month contract | Fortitude Valley location
Contract daily rate | $600-625/day + super
ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcMap and ArcPro experience required

Initial 6 month contract | Fortitude Valley location
Contract daily rate | $600-625/day + super
ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcMap and ArcPro experience required

Our client is seeking a GIS System Administrator to assist their Spatial team to maintain and support their GIS infrastructure and applications.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,917 - $112,487 (ALA.6 - ALA.8) + 17% super

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Advance climate‑positive solutions by decoding how native plants, microbes and minerals stabilise soil carbon.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago•Expiring

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