FIFO Mechanical Project Engineer - Energy & Renewables

UGL Pty Limited; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

FIFO roster

Career development

Major projects exposure

Supportive team

Wellbeing programs

Training & development

Job summary

UGL Pty Limited is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our site-based project delivery team on a FIFO roster. Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager, you will coordinate and manage mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.

You will review drawings, manage subcontractors, support procurement and report on progress, quality and costs while fostering strong client and stakeholder relationships on major energy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience as a Project Engineer within construction, mining, energy, renewables or industrial projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and technical documentation.
• Understanding of project controls, scheduling and cost management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to work on a FIFO roster.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise mechanical construction activities onsite.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for safe, efficient completion.
• Monitor progress against schedule and assist recovery planning.
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Prepare work packs, methodologies and progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with quality requirements and standards.
• Coordinate inspections, testing and commissioning activities.
• Assist with procurement and material management.
• Support forecasting, cost control and budgeting.
• Identify project risks and opportunities.
• Provide regular updates to project leadership teams.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Construction Coordination

Project Delivery

Contractor Management

Planning & Scheduling

Cost Control

Stakeholder Engagement

Quality Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

UGL Pty Limited is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our site-based project delivery team on a FIFO roster. Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager, you will coordinate and manage mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.

You will review drawings, manage subcontractors, support procurement and report on progress, quality and costs while fostering strong client and stakeholder relationships on major energy