Infrastructure Project Engineer

ASC Pty Ltd; Perth, Garden Island; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unique and meaningful work

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 10 days extra leave

Parental leave

Subsidised childcare

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development

Diverse and supportive environment

Discounts from leading brands

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer in Western Australia to lead capital infrastructure projects across safety-critical facilities. You will manage scope, budget, schedule, and procurement, coordinating with consultants, contractors and stakeholders to deliver practical, compliant solutions.

The role is Henderson-based with potential work from Perth CBD or other WA locations. Requires 5+ years delivering infrastructure or heavy industry projects and a degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience delivering infrastructure, facilities, capital works, or heavy industry projects in engineering/construction/defence environments.
• Strong ability to drive outcomes, develop technical specs, and manage projects end-to-end.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure and facilities projects from concept to completion including scope, budgeting, scheduling, approvals, delivery, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop business cases, CAPEX submissions, project plans, scopes of work, and technical specifications for upgrades.
• Manage tender processes and procurement, overseeing consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Coordinate delivery activities to ensure safety, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
• Support ongoing management and improvement of site facilities and infrastructure assets.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

WHS compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering capital infrastructure projects that support the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of ASC's critical facilities and assets. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will lead projects from concept through to completion, managing planning, procurement, delivery, and commissioning activities while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver practical solutions and drive continuous improvement.

The role is based in Henderson; however, the successful candidate may be required to work from the Perth CBD office or other WA locations, including Garden Island, from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure and facilities projects from concept to completion, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, approvals, delivery, commissioning, and handover
• Develop business cases, CAPEX submissions, project plans, scopes of work, and technical specifications to support infrastructure upgrades and improvement initiatives
• Manage tender processes and procurement activities, including the engagement and oversight of consultants, contractors, and suppliers
• Coordinate project delivery activities, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Support the ongoing management and improvement of site facilities and infrastructure assets to meet operational and business requirements
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, regulatory requirements, permits, approvals, and organisational governance processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying lessons learned, strengthening risk controls, and promoting a strong safety and performance culture

About you

• Degree-qualified Engineer in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, or a related discipline
• 5+ years' experience delivering infrastructure, facilities, capital works, or heavy industry projects within engineering, construction, defence, or similar environments
• Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes, develop technical specifications and infrastructure solutions, and manage projects from concept through to delivery
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse engineering disciplines, project teams, contractors, consultants, and business stakeholders
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused, with the confidence to challenge existing ways of working, introduce new ideas, and drive continuous improvement
• Experience working with engineering consultancies, contractors, architects, or multidisciplinary project teams within complex project environments
• Experience delivering infrastructure upgrades, facility improvements, engineering design, or capital projects across a diverse range of assets and operational environments

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.