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Project Engineer - Electrical

Hays Australia

Australia
FIFO
2:1

Job Description

About the Company

Your new company

Join a leading contractor delivering some of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects. With a strong pipeline of work across major civil, energy and transport projects, this organisation is known for its commitment to safety, quality and project excellence while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

About the Role

Your new role

Working on a 2:1 FIFO roster, you will provide electrical engineering and project delivery support across construction and commissioning activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will work closely with subcontractors, site teams, and project stakeholders to coordinate electrical scopes and drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing and coordinating electrical construction activities on site.
  • Overseeing electrical subcontractors and ensuring compliance with project specifications.
  • Preparing scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and project reports.
  • Monitoring project progress, costs, quality, and safety performance.
  • Supporting testing, commissioning, and energisation activities.
  • Coordinating electrical interfaces with civil and mechanical work packages.
  • Ensuring compliance with Australian Standards, client requirements, and statutory regulations.
  • Managing variations, technical queries, and project documentation.

About You / Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience delivering electrical projects across renewables, utilities, infrastructure, mining or power sectors.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and site-based works.
  • Knowledge of Australian standards, commissioning and project delivery.
  • Experience with planning, scheduling, budgeting and contract administration.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering.

What you'll get in return

  • 2:1 FIFO arrangement.
  • 12 hour days.
  • Opportunity to join a market-leading contractor on a high-profile infrastructure project.

How to Apply

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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