Project Engineer

Oman Shell; Chinchilla; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shell Australia seeks an experienced Project Engineer to drive civil engineering project delivery across roads, pads, drainage, and facilities in Queensland. You will plan, design, and manage construction with a strong HSSE focus, liaising with asset and environment teams to align with goals.

Lead civil contractors, develop cost controls, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. You will bring 12+ years in civil engineering, 7+ years in Coal Seam Gas, and a track record of safe, on-time

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 12 years Civil Engineering experience delivering civil construction projects.
• 7 years’ experience in Coal Seam Gas industry.
• Knowledge of civil construction standards and specifications.
• Proven experience with safety management systems and HSSE principles.
• Strong commitment to Safety and Environment.
• Ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.
• Proven experience managing civil contractors per contract terms.
• Effective communication skills (open, direct, honest).
• Experience with rural roads design and upgrade in Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage civil engineering project work for delivery on time and under budget.
• Provide civil engineering support to Well Engineering Construction team.
• Apply HSSE in design, programming, and execution of activities.
• Prepare tender and contract docs for civil scopes and Well Engineering deliverables.
• Manage civil construction contractors and QA documentation (ITPs, tests, specs).
• Identify and mitigate project delivery risks and manage contracts as Holder.
• Liaise with Asset, Environment, Land Access, and Operations to meet expectations.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

HSSE knowledge

Stakeholder liaison

Contract management

Road design & pavement design

Rural roads in Queensland

Safety management systems

Education

B.S. Degree: Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Queensland, Australia

Job Family Group: Projects

Worker Type: Regular

Posting Start Date: September 2, 2026

Business Unit: Upstream

Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

About the job

The Project Engineer will be accountable for driving safety and be responsible for planning, design, construction management, cost reporting and asset management for Civil Engineering project work. The role also involves providing project engineering (civil) support to the Well Engineering Construction team. You will have to integrate HSSE in the design, programming, and execution of all activities. Actively promote HSSE and Sustainable Development (SD) and ensure compliance with business principles. Ensure a safety-first culture to project delivery based on Goal Zero safety leadership. Liaise and negotiate with key stakeholders (Asset, Environment, Cultural Heritage, Land Access, Social Performance, Operations) to manage QGC’s expectations. Apply working knowledge of Project (Civil) Engineering for all duties including the requirements of Australian Standards, QGC procedures and Civil Construction Best Practices. Ensure Civil Construction Quality Assurance documentation is up to date and being followed by the Contractors (ITP’s, testing requirements, specifications and procedures). Work closely with QGC Construction Managers/Leads and Civil Contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time and under budget. Support the construction schedule with field supervisors to ensure flawless project delivery of all civil scopes across the wide geographical area. Apply working knowledge of Civil Construction techniques for varying civil scope (Roads, Well Pads, Hardstands, Bulk Earthworks, Ponds, Facilities, Drainage, Gravel Pits, Gravel material selection). Apply working knowledge of Civil Construction machinery to ensure QGC is getting value for money from Contractors. Develop should cost and best composite models for all Civil scopes to benchmark contractors. Contribute to the project strategy, project execution plan, contract strategy and management systems for project delivery of Well Engineering scopes. Prepare tender and contract documentation for civil construction scopes, project work & Well Engineering deliverables. Provide civil engineering technical input into design/specifications and construction. Manage civil construction contractors for the delivery of project work. Ensure effective implementation of project and financial control systems to monitor project progress. Contribute to the identification of risks to project delivery and eliminate these risks or implement mitigation measures. Manage contracts as a Contract Holder for relevant contractors. Manage bi-annual business performance (BPR) reviews with contractors to review compliance and performance against the contract KPI’s – HSSE, cost, delivery, social performance and quality.

Skills, Knowledge and competency requirements

• Minimum B.S. Degree: Civil Engineering or equivalent Degree.
• Minimum 12 years Civil Engineering experience delivering civil construction projects including design, construction, maintenance and execution.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience working in the Coal Seam Gas industry.
• Knowledge and experience with civil construction standards and specifications.
• Proven experience with safety management systems and the application of HSSE principles on construction, maintenance and rehabilitation projects.
• Strong commitment to Safety and Environment
• Ability to manage a team of diverse disciplines in engineering, supervision, labour and vendor personnel to deliver a safe and completed project.
• Proven experience managing civil contractors in accordance with a contract terms and conditions.
• A good communicator (open, direct and honest)
• Proven experience with the geometric road design and pavement design of rural roads (sealed and unsealed) using design manuals and specifications.
• Proven experience with managing and delivering upgrade and maintenance of rural roads (sealed and unsealed) in Queensland.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together. Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead. Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices. Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise. Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself. Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working. Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance-related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world. Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents. Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply. Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams. Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

Shell in Australia

Shell has operated in Australia since 1901. From operating Australia’s first oil refinery, which was central to meeting Australia’s fuel needs, to fuelling the firstQantascommercial flight in the 1920s, to playing a foundation role in building some of Australia’s largest and most innovative natural resource developments. Throughout this 125-year relationship the needs of our customers and the nation have changed and we have continued transforming our portfolio to meet these needs. Today, we are a leading natural gas producer and are playing our part in the transition to a low-carbon future by investing in the power sector, renewable energy sources and carbon abatement activities. Shell has a significant Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) business in Australia that makes a valuable contribution to today’s energy supply. This integrated gas portfolio includes our two Shell-operated gas production and liquefaction businesses,Shell QGCin Queensland andPrelude Floating LNGoffshore in Western Australia, and our joint venture interests inGorgon andNorth West Shelf in Western Australia andArrow Energy in Queensland. Today, Shell’s portfolio in Australia also includes zero- and low-carbon energy businesses such as commercial and industrial retailer,Shell Energy carbon farming specialist,Select Carbon the 120MWGangarri solar development; residential energy retailer,Powershop Australia a 49% stake inWestWind Australia a 50% share of Kondinin Energy and several grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Solutions projects. High quality Shell branded fuels and lubricants are available right across Australia, through an exclusive brand license arrangement withViva Energy.

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