Project Engineer

WorkPac Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac Group in Australia is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support major civil and earthworks programs in Gladstone. You will collaborate with Project Leads, Construction Superintendents, Supervisors, and operational stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, and within scope and budget.

This role offers exposure to significant infrastructure and earthworks projects, providing both project controls and hands-on construction support across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 8+ years' experience in project delivery, construction, or engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and scheduling.
• Proven field-based construction and project delivery experience.
• Current Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of annual wall raise programs.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
• Provide technical and field engineering support to construction teams.
• Monitor project performance, productivity, and progress.
• Manage project risks, changes, and technical issues.
• Support project governance, quality assurance, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with site teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
• Liaise with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Cost control

Field engineering

Team collaboration

Driver's Licence

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Lead major civil and earthworks projects within a high-performing industrial environment
• Monday to Friday roster with strong site-based project delivery exposure

About the Client

Our clients Gladstone operations are globally significant alumina production facilities, supplying high-quality alumina to international markets while driving regional employment, supporting industry growth, and contributing to sustainable resource development.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of major civil and earthworks programs. Working closely with Project Leads, Construction Superintendents, Supervisors, and operational stakeholders, you will play a key role in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and in line with scope, schedule, and budget requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to work across significant infrastructure and earthworks projects, providing both project controls and hands-on construction support throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of annual wall raise programs
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and reporting
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction activities
• Provide technical and field engineering support to construction teams
• Monitor project performance, productivity, and progress
• Manage project risks, changes, and technical issues
• Support project governance, quality assurance, and compliance activities
• Collaborate with site teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery
• Liaise with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and milestones
• Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes

Skills and Experience Required

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification
• 8+ years' experience in project delivery, construction, or engineering roles
• Strong experience in civil construction and bulk earthworks projects
• Mining, infrastructure, dams, tailings, or residue management experience
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and scheduling
• Proven field-based construction and project delivery experience
• Ability to work collaboratively with operational and construction teams
• Current Driver's Licence

Highly Regarded

• Experience within owner's teams or self-perform project environments
• Mining and resources sector experience
• Tailings storage facility or residue management project experience

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

Job Reference Number: 7203J202655842

• Residential role based in Gladstone
• Lead major civil and earthworks projects within a high-performing industrial environment
• Monday to Friday roster with strong site-based project delivery exposure