Mechanical Site Engineer | 2 Month Contract | Major Project

CGC Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate

Landmark infrastructure project

Tier 1 contractor environment

Supportive site team

Job summary

CGC Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Site Engineer for a 2-3 month contract on a major infrastructure project in Brisbane. You will join an established site team to close out mechanical works, support commissioning, and ensure handover.

The role suits someone with a Mechanical Engineering degree and 1-3 years' construction project engineering experience, strong communication and coordination skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced site environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
• 1-3 years' experience in construction project engineering roles.
• Experience on commercial building and/or major infrastructure or tunnelling projects preferred.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an established site team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project engineering activities on site.
• Coordinate mechanical works to ensure timely and compliant project close-out.
• Support commissioning, defect resolution, and handover processes.
• Liaise with subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, quality, and safety outcomes.
• Assist with documentation, reporting, and final project deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Site Engineer | 2 Month Contract | Major Project

Mechanical Site Engineer (Contract) - Major Infrastructure Project We are currently seeking a skilled Mechanical Site Engineer to join an established site team for the close-out phase of a major infrastructure project. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile build while gaining valuable experience with a Tier 1 contractor.

About the Role

This is a 2-3 month contract position focused on the final stages of project delivery. You will play a key role in ensuring successful completion, commissioning, and handover of mechanical systems while working closely with a well-established and experienced project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project engineering activities on site
• Coordinate mechanical works to ensure timely and compliant project close-out
• Support commissioning, defect resolution, and handover processes
• Liaise with subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor progress, quality, and safety outcomes
• Assist with documentation, reporting, and final project deliverables

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering
• 1-3 years' experience in construction project engineering roles
• Experience on commercial building and/or major infrastructure or tunnelling projects preferred
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work effectively within an established site team in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate (PAYG or Pty Ltd options available)
• Opportunity to work on a landmark infrastructure project
• Exposure to a Tier 1 contractor environment
• Supportive and collaborative site team

Due to the nature and duration of this role, applicants on a 417 Working Holiday Visa are encouraged to apply.