Electrical Project Engineer -FIFO Role

C.M.B Consulting Services PTY LTD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster

Job summary

C.M.B Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer – FIFO for a 12-month contract to support the construction and delivery of a compressor facility in New South Wales. The role is site-based with a 19 days on / 9 days off FIFO roster from Brisbane.

The successful candidate will coordinate electrical construction activities, manage subcontractors and provide technical engineering support, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and in line with project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years in electrical or project engineering roles, preferably in oil & gas or energy infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards and oil & gas industry requirements.
• Experience with electrical installations in hazardous areas and instrumentation systems.
• Proven ability interpreting electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical construction activities to deliver safely, on schedule and in accordance with project requirements.
• Manage electrical subcontractors including scope development, planning, progress monitoring and performance.
• Provide technical engineering support to construction supervisors and site teams, resolving installation challenges and ensuring compliance.
• Develop and manage TQs, RFIs and MOC processes to support efficient project execution.
• Prepare and maintain engineering and quality documentation, including MDRs, ITPs, ITRs and hazardous area dossiers.
• Support project scheduling, procurement, material coordination and forward planning to minimise construction delays.
• Oversee electrical testing, inspection, completion and handover activities, ensuring deliverables meet project and client requirements.
• Coordinate electrical and instrumentation installation activities, including hazardous area equipment and systems.
• Work with project stakeholders, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to drive productivity, quality and successful outcomes.
• Champion project HSEQ standards and promote safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical project engineering

Site execution

HV experience

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Duration: 12 months with potential extension

Company Description

C.M.B Consulting Services Pty Ltd (CMB Consulting) supports the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects across Australia, specialising in oil and gas, energy, renewables, civil construction, mining, water and utilities.

The company provides tailored engineering, project management and project delivery services, including on-site engineering support, construction management, project controls, contract administration, quality assurance and technical advisory services.

CMB Consulting works collaboratively with clients and project teams to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes across all phases of project delivery.

Role Description

C.M.B Consulting Services is seeking for a client an experienced Electrical Project Engineer – FIFO for a 12-month contract, with potential extension, supporting the construction and delivery of a compressor facility in New South Wales.

This is a site-based position operating on a 19 days on / 9 days off roster, FIFO from Brisbane.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating electrical construction activities, managing subcontractors, providing technical engineering support and ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and in accordance with project specifications, Australian standards and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee electrical construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule and in accordance with project requirements.
• Manage electrical subcontractors, including scope development, work planning, progress monitoring and performance management.
• Provide technical engineering support to construction supervisors and site teams, resolving installation challenges and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications.
• Develop and manage Technical Queries (TQs), Requests for Information (RFIs) and Management of Change (MOC) processes to support efficient project execution.
• Prepare and maintain engineering and quality documentation, including work packs, Manufacturer’s Data Records (MDRs), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Inspection and Test Records (ITRs) and hazardous area dossiers.
• Support project scheduling, procurement, material coordination and forward planning to minimise construction delays
• Oversee electrical testing, inspection, completion and handover activities, ensuring all deliverables meet project and client requirements.
• Coordinate electrical and instrumentation installation activities, including hazardous area equipment and associated systems.
• Work collaboratively with project stakeholders, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to drive productivity, quality and successful project outcomes.
• Champion project HSEQ standards and promote a proactive approach to safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is an experienced Electrical Project Engineer with a strong background in oil and gas or energy infrastructure construction, bringing a practical understanding of field execution, technical compliance, project delivery and Commissioning works.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in electrical engineering or project engineering roles, ideally within oil and gas or Energy infrastructure construction.
• Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards, oil and gas industry requirements and electrical construction practices.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical installations in hazardous areas, instrumentation systems and associated technical requirements.
• Proven experience interpreting electrical construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Experience managing electrical subcontractors, construction scopes and site execution activities.
• Sound knowledge of electrical testing, inspection, quality assurance, completion and handover processes.
• Experience developing and managing engineering documentation, work packs, ITPs, ITRs, MDRs and hazardous area dossiers.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation systems, specifications, installation and functionality.
• High-voltage (HV) experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to safety, quality and compliance, with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high standards of work.
• Ability to work effectively in a FIFO construction environment.