Workforce Development Lead Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed one day ago

Manager, Leadership Development - Remote

at Australian Rural Leadership Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lead national leadership programs creating real impact in rural Australia
Shape innovative learning practice for regional, rural communities
Lead and mentor expert facilitators nationwide

Lead national leadership programs creating real impact in rural Australia
Shape innovative learning practice for regional, rural communities
Lead and mentor expert facilitators nationwide

Lead design and delivery of high-impact leadership programs, strengthening rural communities and advancing ARLF’s learning practice nationally focused

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed three hours ago

Workforce Strategy Project Manager

at Camden Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Oran Park, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$110k - $140k p.a. + + super

Enjoy a 35-hour working week
Ample free parking in a central location with a modern building
Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements

Enjoy a 35-hour working week
Ample free parking in a central location with a modern building
Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements

If you are a proactive and strategic thinker who enjoys turning ideas into action, we'd love to hear from you.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3h ago

Listed six days ago

Workforce Planning Specialist

at Ignite

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

AUD 60 - 90 per hour

Gain exposure to senior leaders and strategic decision-making
Work on a high-impact, organisation-wide initiative
Federal Government Opportunity

Gain exposure to senior leaders and strategic decision-making
Work on a high-impact, organisation-wide initiative
Federal Government Opportunity

If you enjoy turning data into meaningful insights and influencing how organisations plan for the future, this opportunity is worth a closer look. Our

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Head of AI Workforce Enablement & Adoption - $1300-$1600 a day

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1300 - $1600 a day including super

Rare opportunity to shape how AI is embedded at scale across a frontline-heavy ASX listed organisation

subClassification: ManagementManagement

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

10d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Manager Workforce (Capability) A08

at Davidson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $94.66 p.h. + Super

$94.66 per hour + Super
Government Contract
Located in Brisbane CBD

$94.66 per hour + Super
Government Contract
Located in Brisbane CBD

Provide trusted executive advice on industrial relations and workforce risk while leading teams to deliver high quality HR outcomes.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

22d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

APS6 Workforce and Culture Supervisor

at onpoint 365

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Short-term contract
Canberra-based
Must be an Australian Citizen

Short-term contract
Canberra-based
Must be an Australian Citizen

Our Federal Government client is seeking a high-performing individual to support complex workforce and culture initiatives on a short-term contract.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed seven days ago

Workforce Planning Specialist (APS6/EL1 level)

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$65 - $110 p.h. + Super

Build workforce demand/supply models and capability analysis to inform planning
Develop a refreshed Workforce Plan with scenarios, tools and implementation appr
Provide strategic workforce advice to senior leaders and support operating model

Build workforce demand/supply models and capability analysis to inform planning
Develop a refreshed Workforce Plan with scenarios, tools and implementation appr
Provide strategic workforce advice to senior leaders and support operating model

Workforce Planning Specialist delivering demand/supply modelling, capability analysis and a refreshed Workforce Plan with tools and scenarios.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Industry Workforce Engagement Manager (6-Month Contract)

at Beaumont People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Stones Corner, Brisbane QLD

$100,000-120,000 per annum + super

Queensland Trucking Association (QTA)
Full Time 6-Month Contract (Potential Long-Term Opportunity)
Fuel card and travel expenses covered for work-related travel

Queensland Trucking Association (QTA)
Full Time 6-Month Contract (Potential Long-Term Opportunity)
Fuel card and travel expenses covered for work-related travel

Hands-on engagement role helping Queensland transport employers navigate workforce challenges, planning and support programs.

Recruited byTaylor Fifield

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Workforce Engagement Officer

at Ageing Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Flexible work arrangements
Pro-rata five weeks paid annual leave
Be part of a values-driven organisation that truly cares

Flexible work arrangements
Pro-rata five weeks paid annual leave
Be part of a values-driven organisation that truly cares

Seeking an experienced recruitment professional to support aged care workforce programs across Queensland with Ageing Australia.

subClassification: Recruitment - AgencyRecruitment - Agency

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

APS6/EL1 Workforce Planning Specialist

at Randstad Professionals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$70.00 - $110.00 p.h. + + super

Workforce Planning Specialist (APS6/EL1) is a 6-month federal government contract, based in Canberra,role focuses on data-driven workforce modelling

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Workforce Planning Specialist

at Canberra Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$65 - $85 ph + Super

Support strategic workforce planning for a major Commonwealth regulator
Flexible hybrid working arrangements available
Influence workforce strategy, capability and future operating models

Support strategic workforce planning for a major Commonwealth regulator
Flexible hybrid working arrangements available
Influence workforce strategy, capability and future operating models

Lead workforce planning analysis, modelling and strategy activities supporting organisational capability and future workforce outcomes.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Head of Learning & Organizational Development

at Catholic Early EdCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paddington, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Excellent Salary and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead OD, culture and L&D at CEEC, strengthening leadership, capability and connection across 135+ education and care services.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

AO5 HR Advisor - Workforce & Resource Management

at Davidson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $71.19 p.h. + Super

Contract Oppurtunity
Government Environment
Brisbane CBD Location

Contract Oppurtunity
Government Environment
Brisbane CBD Location

Support recruitment, workforce planning and HR operations while providing insights, reporting and guidance to key internal stakeholders.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Associate Director Leadership, Learning & Performance

at Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$149739.0k - $173174.0k p.a.

Join a high‑impact Capability, Culture and Safety leadership team shaping workforce capability and organisational performance across DCITHS.

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

11d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Senior Leadership Development Partner

at City of Gold Coast

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundall, Gold Coast QLD(Hybrid)

Hybrid Flexible working options
Free offsite parking available in Bundall
Work a 9-day fortnight and enjoy long weekends.

Hybrid Flexible working options
Free offsite parking available in Bundall
Work a 9-day fortnight and enjoy long weekends.

Design and deliver engaging leadership development programs, workshops and learning solutions for our City.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Senior Project Manager - HR Data

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

+ Super

Senior PM to lead HR data, workforce planning & reporting transformation programs in a complex education environment.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Manager, Employee Capability

at VicTrack

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

24-Month Fixed Term Contract

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

Flexible work environment | hybrid work
Comprehensive health & wellness programs
Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Chief People Officer

at Gem Executive Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Senior CPO role at Bayside City Council
Full P&C remit
Scope and autonomy to make this role your own

Senior CPO role at Bayside City Council
Full P&C remit
Scope and autonomy to make this role your own

Lead People & Culture at one of Melbourne's best councils. Hands-on CPO role with real scope, strong exec support and meaningful impact.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior People and Culture Business Partner

at Cover-More Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Partner with senior leaders to drive people strategy and organisational outcomes
6-month initial contract
Brisbane or North Sydney

Partner with senior leaders to drive people strategy and organisational outcomes
6-month initial contract
Brisbane or North Sydney

Senior People & Culture Partner role focused on senior leadership partnering, culture, capability and meaningful business impact.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Workforce Effectiveness Lead

at The Salvation Army

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blackburn, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

NFP salary packaging + super

Join our National Workforce Effectiveness team at Salvos Stores
Improve frontline ways of working via practical store-ready procedures & tools
Full time, 12 month, contract role with hybrid WFH options

Join our National Workforce Effectiveness team at Salvos Stores
Improve frontline ways of working via practical store-ready procedures & tools
Full time, 12 month, contract role with hybrid WFH options

Values led NFP with a great culture and excellent staff benefits - strong opportunities for training and career devp. Onsite free parking + much more!

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed six hours ago

Senior Manager, Organisational Development & Transformation

at Anglicare

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

NFP salary packaging/tax-free benefits

170-year values-led organisation driving meaningful change
Design and drive OD and cultural transformation at scale
Flexible work options supporting work-life balance

170-year values-led organisation driving meaningful change
Design and drive OD and cultural transformation at scale
Flexible work options supporting work-life balance

This is a rare opportunity to design and drive workforce architecture and cultural transformation inside a major enterprise program.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

People Systems Lead

at Juniper

This is a Contract/Temp job

Balcatta, Perth WA

$130,000 – $140,000 per year

Step into a pivotal People Systems role with exposure to a major HRIS project
Salary Packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider

Step into a pivotal People Systems role with exposure to a major HRIS project
Salary Packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider

Lead HRIS transformation and optimize People systems in a high-impact role. Balcatta HQ, strong salary + salary packaging benefits.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

People Business Partner

at City of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$118,000 – $132,000 per year

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

10 month Parental backfill opportunity
Play a key role in a supportive and values driven team
Melbourne's premier inner city council

We are seeking a high energy People Business Partner with sound judgement and innovative thinking to work within an evolving culture and great team!

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

7d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

EL1/APS 6 Workforce Planning Specialist

at face2face Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$66.00 - $90.00 Per Hour + Super

Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
Large scale workforce planning project
Prominent federal government department

Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
Large scale workforce planning project
Prominent federal government department

Shape workforce strategy through data-driven insights, modelling, and planning in a high-impact role influencing senior decision-making.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

SAP Change Manager – SAP SuccessFactors Workforce & Payroll Transformation

at HCL Australia Services Pty Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

High‑Impact Transformation Program
Visible, Strategic Role
Contract Flexibility in a Regulated Environment

High‑Impact Transformation Program
Visible, Strategic Role
Contract Flexibility in a Regulated Environment

Hiring for Change Manager – SAP SuccessFactors Workforce & Payroll Transformation

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Advisor Workforce Wellbeing (Cairns)

at Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$4,167.80 - $4,534.70 p.f. + Leave Loading + Super

Base Salary: $4,167.80 - $4,534.70 per fortnight
17.5% Leave Loading + 12.75% Super Contributions
Work with people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds

Base Salary: $4,167.80 - $4,534.70 per fortnight
17.5% Leave Loading + 12.75% Super Contributions
Work with people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds

Supports wellbeing initiatives across TCHHS workforce in partnership with MH, AOD and wellbeing leaders to enhance staff health and support!

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Head of People & Culture

at Cronulla Sharks Leagues Club

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolooware, Sydney NSW

8-month maternity leave contract – commencing August 2026
Exciting group role spanning hospitality and sport
Flexible work options available

8-month maternity leave contract – commencing August 2026
Exciting group role spanning hospitality and sport
Flexible work options available

Lead People & Culture across sport & hospitality during an exciting growth phase, including the reopening of Sharks Leagues.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Organisational Development Lead

at Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$66k–$72k + super + salary packaging

Lead culture, engagement and organisational change at APNA in this part-time (0.6 FTE) role.

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Human Resources Transformation Lead

at For Purpose Aged Care Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cheltenham, Melbourne VIC

Play a key role in a high-impact HRIS transformation program
Opportunity to shape future-state HR processes and systems
12 Month Contract

Play a key role in a high-impact HRIS transformation program
Opportunity to shape future-state HR processes and systems
12 Month Contract

If you're passionate about driving meaningful transformation and improving employee experience through smart system design, we'd love to hear from you

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Workforce Operations Manager: 6-12 Month Contract, Immediate Start

at Careerlink People Solutions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Full time Worforce Operations Manager required for Immediate Start in Adelaide CBD.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Change Lead

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$5,370.60 - $5,763.70 per fortnight + super

12.75% superannuation
Training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment

12.75% superannuation
Training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment

Play a vital role supporting the delivery of large-scale ICT enabled business change projects.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

at Parkerville Children and Youth Care (Inc)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

$51 - $53.31 per hour

Salary Packaging up to $15,900
EAP Services
Flexible working arrangements

Salary Packaging up to $15,900
EAP Services
Flexible working arrangements

Can You Help Us Build a More Inclusive Organisation?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

10d ago

525 workforce development lead jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

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Manager, Leadership Development - Remote

Workforce Strategy Project Manager

Workforce Planning Specialist

Head of AI Workforce Enablement & Adoption - $1300-$1600 a day

Manager Workforce (Capability) A08

APS6 Workforce and Culture Supervisor

Workforce Planning Specialist (APS6/EL1 level)

Industry Workforce Engagement Manager (6-Month Contract)

Workforce Engagement Officer

APS6/EL1 Workforce Planning Specialist

Workforce Planning Specialist

Head of Learning & Organizational Development

AO5 HR Advisor - Workforce & Resource Management

Associate Director Leadership, Learning & Performance

Senior Leadership Development Partner

Senior Project Manager - HR Data

Senior Manager, Employee Capability

Chief People Officer

Senior People and Culture Business Partner

Workforce Effectiveness Lead

Senior Manager, Organisational Development & Transformation

People Systems Lead

People Business Partner

EL1/APS 6 Workforce Planning Specialist

SAP Change Manager – SAP SuccessFactors Workforce & Payroll Transformation

Senior Advisor Workforce Wellbeing (Cairns)

Head of People & Culture

Organisational Development Lead

Human Resources Transformation Lead

Workforce Operations Manager: 6-12 Month Contract, Immediate Start

Change Lead

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

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