Project Engineer

Eptec; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Eptec Group is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead our field team based in Wivenhoe, QLD, supporting projects across the Infrastructure Solutions portfolio. This hands-on leadership role will deliver high-quality outcomes safely, on time, and in full compliance with contract and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years’ experience supervising blast & paint, remediation, or waterproofing works, strong leadership, and technical expertise in surface prep, coating

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years’ experience supervising blast & paint, remediation, or waterproofing works.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Technical expertise in surface prep, coating systems, hazardous substances and QA/QC.
• Background in defence or infrastructure remediation highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable managing site documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of field-based painters/blasters.
• Drive Eptec’s Zero Harm safety culture across all works.
• Oversee project delivery including task planning, risk assessments, and quality control.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet compliance and quality benchmarks.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and progress reports.
• Champion continuous improvement and professional growth within your team.

Skills

Leadership

Surface prep

Coating systems

QA/QC

Hazardous substances

Remediation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Eptec Group

Eptec Group is a specialist contractor delivering asset preservation and rehabilitation services across the defence, marine, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Our expertise spans corrosion management, blasting and painting, structural remediation, waterproofing, cathodic protection, CFRP structural strengthening, and pipeline hazard assessments.

We work on some of the nation’s most iconic projects, including Warragamba Dam Pipeline, Brisbane Cross River Rail, Sydney Metro, Old Murray Bridge, and HMAS Choules.

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 – $90,000 to $110,000 full time rate annually (subject to experience)

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead our field team based in Wivenhoe, QLD supporting projects across the Infrastructure Solutions 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 Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of field-based painters/blasters
• Drive Eptec’s Zero Harm safety culture across all works
• Oversee project delivery including task planning, risk assessments, and quality control
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet compliance and quality benchmarks
• Maintain accurate project documentation and progress reports
• Champion continuous improvement and professional growth within your team

What You’ll Bring

• 2–3+ years’ experience supervising blast & paint, remediation, or waterproofing works
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Technical expertise in surface prep, coating systems, hazardous substances and QA/QC
• NACE Level 2 (preferred but not essential)
• Background in defence or infrastructure remediation highly desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable managing site documentation

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.