Project Engineer

Eptec Defence; Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent FT

Career development

Supportive culture

On-site parking

Training & development

Job summary

Eptec Defence is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead teams across Defence projects. You will deliver high-quality outcomes safely, on time, and in compliance with contract and regulatory standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating project elements, preparing plans and specifications, and supporting site supervisors and project personnel on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• Asset remediation, civil construction and defence experience.
• Engineering degree required or equivalent.
• Knowledge of coatings, surface prep and hazardous substances; blasting/painting and concrete rehab experience desirable.
• NACE 1 or 2 certification desirable.
• Proficient MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead defined projects with best practice and client standards.
• Prepare project plans, Gantt charts and specs for minor projects.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor engineering projects.
• Coordinate QA/QC, logistics, reporting, subcontractors and equipment.
• Disseminate project materials and maintain briefs, schedules and budgets.
• Interact daily with Site Supervisors and Project Managers, providing technical support.

Skills

Asset remediation

Civil construction

Defence environment

MS Office

NACE 1/2 certified

Project budgeting & deadlines

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About Us

Eptec Defence is a trusted provider of asset preservation, maintenance and sustainment solutions to Australia's Defence and maritime industries. Recent projects undertaken by Eptec include Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWDs), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs), Collins Class Submarine Full Cycle Dockings (FCDs) in South Australia, and now the Hunter Class Frigate Program.

Why Join Us

• Permanent full-time role with competitive salary, allowances & super
• Career development opportunities in a growing national business
• Supportive team culture that values safety, inclusion and collaboration
• On-site parking and well-organised work locations
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow
  

Compensation – $110,000 to $120,000 full time rate annually (subject to experience)

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead our teams
supporting projects across the Defence portfolio.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll be responsible for delivering high‑quality outcomes safely, on time, and in full compliance with contract and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Provide project support and assistance through the ownership and delivery of defined projects with best practice, client standards and the agreed outcomes and business benefits.
• Prepare documentation including project plans, Gantt charts and specifications for minor projects.
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects.
• Assist to coordinate all project elements including QA/QC, logistics, reporting, compliance, subcontractor management, equipment control, supplies and project management administration.
• Provide timely and efficient coordination and dissemination of project material and project support by undertaking administrative project tasks including managing and maintaining project briefs, project scheduling, action logs, budgets, and performance monitoring of projects.
• Interact daily with Site Supervisors, Project Managers and other project personnel, providing assistance and technical support
  

Skills/Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 year's experience in Asset Remediation, Civil Construction, Defence environment.
• Relevant degree in Engineering.
• Possess technical knowledge in coatings, surface preparation, management of hazardous substances and application processes, being highly desirable; with experience in asset remediation and infrastructure projects, with blasting & painting and concrete rehabilitation works.
• NACE 1 or 2 certified. (highly desirable but not essential)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office (excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc).
• Ability to work to project deadlines, budgets and team orientated.
  

At Eptec, Culture Matters

We’re proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Our values create a safe, respectful, and high‑performing environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who want to be part of a business that values people, safety, and technical excellence.