Project Engineer - Civil

WorkPac; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of major civil and earthworks programs. You will work closely with Project Leads, Construction Superintendents, Supervisors, and operational stakeholders to deliver 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of major civil and earthworks 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 controls

Cost management

Scheduling

Field engineering

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

Job details

• 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

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

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.