Field Civil Project Engineer - Earthworks & Infrastructure

Chandler Macleod Group; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join Rio Tinto’s One Gladstone Self-Perform team, supporting annual wall raise programs across QAL and Yarwun. You will help safely plan and deliver sustaining capital civil works and earthworks in a heavy industry setting.

The role requires a strong background in civil earthworks, delivery-focused project controls, and EPC coordination, with 8+ years’ experience and a Civil Engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with eligibility for professional registration.
• 8+ years' experience delivering civil earthworks and infrastructure.
• Experience in mining, resources, heavy industry or major infrastructure environments.
• Current Australian driver’s licence; ability to pass pre-employment medical testing.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of annual wall raise programs.
• Manage civil work packages through full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and resources.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, forecasts and performance.
• Provide field engineering support and resolve delivery challenges.
• Manage project risks, design changes, technical queries and change control.
• Support procurement, contract administration, reporting and capital governance requirements.
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering and Construction teams to achieve safe and successful project outcomes.

Skills

Civil project delivery

Project controls

EPC coordination

Field engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join Rio Tinto’s One Gladstone Self-Perform team, supporting annual wall raise programs across QAL and Yarwun. You will help safely plan and deliver sustaining capital civil works and earthworks in a heavy industry setting.

The role requires a strong background in civil earthworks, delivery-focused project controls, and EPC coordination, with 8+ years’ experience and a Civil Engineering degree.