Project Engineer - Assembly & Erection

UGL CPB Humelink West; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster

On-site work in Wagga Wagga

Job summary

UGL CPB Contractors is seeking a Project Engineer (Tower Assembly & Erection) to join the HumeLink Western scope onsite in Wagga Wagga. This FIFO role places you at the core of one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects.

You will oversee assembly and erection of transmission structures, review specifications, mobilize resources, ensure compliance with drawings and standards, monitor safety, and maintain as-built records to support the 500kV network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in assembly, erection, or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of drawings, standards, and construction methodologies.
• Familiarity with SHEQ regulations and a safe work environment.
• Excellent problem solving, communication and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications, prepare for assembly activities, and ensure resource availability.
• Oversee assembly and erection of structures or equipment, aligned with plans.
• Inspect installations to meet design standards and resolve defects.
• Enforce safety protocols, monitor site activities and compliance.
• Maintain records, prepare progress reports, and document as-built modifications.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Structural Engineering

Job description

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The Project

UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

We are looking for aProject Engineer (Tower Assembly & Erection) to join our team onsite.

Please note this role is a FIFO position to Wagga Wagga. Local applicants are highly considered.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

What will a day in this role look like:

The Project Engineer - Assembly & Erection is responsible for overseeing and managing the construction and installation of structures, machinery, or equipment on the project site.

Your duties/responsibilities will typically include:

• Review project specifications, prepare for assembly activities, and ensure availability of necessary resources.
• Oversee the assembly and erection of structures or equipment, ensuring alignment with technical plans.
• Inspect installations to meet design standards and resolve defects or discrepancies.
• Enforce safety protocols, monitor site activities, and ensure adherence to HSE regulations.
• Maintain records, prepare progress reports, and document as-built modifications.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

About You

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in assembly, erection, or construction projects, preferably in relevant industries such as utilities or large infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, standards, and construction methodologies.
• Familiarity with SHEQ regulations and a track record of maintaining a safe work environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication and team coordination skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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