Project Engineer - FIFO

Black Cat Civil; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Cat Civil invites applications for a Project Engineer to join our expanding civil contractor team. The role will operate on a FIFO 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster from Cairns, Darwin or Brisbane, delivering critical civil infrastructure projects in QLD and the NT.

Joining a fast-growing, Indigenous-owned company, you will work alongside engineers and supervisors to drive project delivery, safety and quality, while developing managerial and delivery skills for a long-term career.

Qualifications

• Post Grad 5 years' experience
• Significant exposure to earthworks
• Significant experience on civil and infrastructure projects
• Commitment to working at FIFO 2/1 roster

Responsibilities

• Provide vital support to the Project Management Team in all project-related duties.
• Promote a strong HSE culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to project programming, updates and reporting to meet milestones.
• Assist Senior Project Manager with labour planning and inductions.
• Manage subcontractors to achieve program, cost, quality and HSE goals.
• Assist in planning and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Ensure adherence to budgets, timelines and quality standards.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor construction activities.
• Prepare and review project documentation including sub-contracts and ITPs.
• Prepare detailed work plans, schedules and cost estimates.
• Mentor and support Site and Graduate Engineers

Skills

Project management support

HSE compliance

Site coordination

Team mentorship

Job description

Black Cat Civil is a fast-growing, Australian Indigenous-owned civil contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across QLD and the NT. As we celebrate 20 years in the industry, we’re expanding our Darwin operations and seeking experienced, multiskilled plant operators to join our team.

If you’re looking for stable, long-term work with a company that genuinely invests in its people, this is your opportunity.

The Opportunity

Due to the continued growth of the business, Black Cat Civil is seeking applications for Project Engineers wanting to further develop their management and delivery skills. The successful applicant will join our Projects division, working in a team of Engineers and Supervisors to deliver critical pieces of civil infrastructure for our clients. The role will be based on 2 weeks on, 1 week off FIFO from Cairns, Darwin or Brisbane.

A market leading remuneration package will be on offer for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities include:

Our Project Engineers will assist the team in key operational activities including but not limited to:

• Provide vital support to the Project Management Team in all project-related duties.
• Manage and promote a strong HSE culture, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and striving for the highest safety standards in consultation with site supervisors and the HSE team.
• Contribute to project programming, updates, and reporting, ensuring milestones are achieved on time
• Support the Senior Project Manager in determining labour requirements and ensuring all staff are inducted and trained appropriately.
• Manage subcontractors to achieve project goals related to program, cost, quality and HSE.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Ensure projects adhere to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor construction activities.
• Prepare and review project documentation, including sub-contracts, ITPs, works methodology etc.
• Prepare detailed work plans, construction schedules, and cost estimates.
• Mentor and support the Site and Graduate Engineers

Desired skills & experience

This opportunity is ideal for any motivated engineer wanting to build a career with a growing civil contractor. The successful candidate MUST be willing to work in on a FIFO roster, be flexible on locations for future opportunities, go the extra mile and enjoy working in a team environment

• Post Grad 5 years' experience
• Significate exposure to earthworks project
• Signification experience to civil and infrastructure projects
• Commitment to working at FIFO 2/1 roster

Our Culture

Why Black Cat Civil?

Black Cat Civil is a tight knit, values driven team led by owners Jai and Brendan, where loyalty and performance are genuinely recognised. In 2025, 65% of our people advanced their skills through internal training and upskilling programs, reinforcing our commitment to long term career development and growing our team from within.