Human remains have been found on rocks at a beach in Melbourne's south-east, but police say the death is not suspicious.

A passerby made the discovery at Brighton beach near Mytton Grove and the Royal Brighton Yacht Club about 12.50pm.

Police at the scene. Credit:Eddie Jim

The remains will be examined and tested to determine the person's identity and cause of death.

A police spokeswoman said on Thursday morning the death was not suspicious.