Mechanical Project Engineer – Regional QLD (2/1 Roster)

Aggreko LLC (US); Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Renewable project opportunity

Base salary uplift + bonus

Safety-focused culture

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aggreko is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our regional Queensland project delivery team on a site-based 2/1 roster with travel from Brisbane. You will plan, coordinate and deliver mechanical works packages, ensuring safety, quality and schedule alignment.

Reporting to the Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer, you will review drawings, manage subcontractors, support commissioning, and ensure compliance with Australian standards.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (Degree or Advanced Diploma).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a mechanical project engineering role within construction, mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience delivering fixed plant, structural/mechanical, or piping installation works on greenfield or brownfield sites desirable.
• Strong understanding of relevant Australian Standards and mechanical safety requirements.
• Experience working with EPC or construction contractors on resource sector projects highly regarded.
• Proficient in MS Office and document control systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel and work FIFO/DIDO on a 2/1 roster initially.
• Current Construction Induction (White Card); mine-specific site inductions can be completed prior to start

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate mechanical scope of works, including structural/mechanical infrastructure installation, piping, generators and associated fuel systems; liaise with other disciplines.
• Review and interpret mechanical design documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate subcontractors and mechanical trades to ensure works are delivered safely, on program, and to specification.
• Prepare and manage mechanical work packages, including scopes of work, procurement, and construction schedules.
• Liaise with client representatives, engineers, designers and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on progress, cost, and quality against project targets.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations, and changes in scope.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including liaison with commissioning engineers.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards, engineering codes, and site-specific HSE requirements.
• Contribute to the development of construction methodologies and ITPs for mechanical works.
• Participate in site safety inductions, toolbox talks, and incident investigations as required.

Skills

MS Office

Document control

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or advanced diploma

Job description

Aggreko is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our regional Queensland project delivery team on a site-based 2/1 roster with travel from Brisbane. You will plan, coordinate and deliver mechanical works packages, ensuring safety, quality and schedule alignment.

Reporting to the Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer, you will review drawings, manage subcontractors, support commissioning, and ensure compliance with Australian standards.