On-Site Mechanical Project Engineer (FIFO, Hydro)

Work Initiatives; Tumut; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowy Hydro seeks a proactive Project Engineer - Mechanical to oversee construction and installation works on the Snowy 2.0 project. You will ensure safety, compliance with specifications, and seamless handover between E&M and Civil packages.

The role is 100% on-site with a 14/7 FIFO roster and camp-style arrangements. Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree and have experience in large-scale industrial projects, with strong QA/QC and contract interface skills.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in mechanical engineering and eligibility for Corporate Membership of Engineers Australia.
• Experience on large-scale civil, infrastructure or heavy industrial projects desirable.
• Strong capability in navigating complex contract interfaces and QA/QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily onsite assurance that Contractor meets Employer Requirements and IFC drawings.
• Monitor inspection plans, witness points, NCRs and ITPs to ensure quality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate records, progress reports and site photography across active work fronts.
• Assist in reviewing Safety in Design studies, risk assessments and construction readiness docs.
• Participate in commissioning reviews ensuring safe integration of E&M and Civil packages.

Skills

Project coordination

QA/QC

Contract interfaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Snowy Hydro seeks a proactive Project Engineer - Mechanical to oversee construction and installation works on the Snowy 2.0 project. You will ensure safety, compliance with specifications, and seamless handover between E&M and Civil packages.

The role is 100% on-site with a 14/7 FIFO roster and camp-style arrangements. Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree and have experience in large-scale industrial projects, with strong QA/QC and contract interface skills.