Rail Infrastructure Project Engineer – Permanent & On-site

Aurizon; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development and growth opportunities

Mentoring and development programs

Discounts on health insurance, travel,

Parental leave program

Job summary

Aurizon is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Construction Management team within Network. You will manage delivery of rail infrastructure projects across Aurizon's CQCN network, from customer engagement through to construction and handover.

The role is hands-on, blending engineering, project management and field leadership. Time will be spent both in the office and on site, overseeing construction activities and driving value for customers and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil preferred).
• CPEng/RPEQ qualifications (or working towards).
• Current Class C Drivers Licence (mandatory).
• Ideally 5 years' experience in project delivery across mid to large-scale civil projects (essential).
• High level of skill in planning, organising, and programming of infrastructure construction projects.
• Familiarity with WHS and Environmental legislation and ability to produce Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
• Strong level of computer skills, including Primavera and MS Office (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills both written and verbal.
• Willing to relocate to Rockhampton for the role (NO FIFO/DIDO).
• Self-starter with ownership mindset and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Deliver asset renewal projects and civil works across rail infrastructure.
• Provide support to project team throughout tendering to completion.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve delivery roadblocks.
• Develop project cost estimates, risk assessments, and construction methods.
• Manage contractor safety performance and quality standards.
• Supervise field operations and ensure compliance with safety/environmental standards.
• Identify design and constructability issues and develop efficient solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-starter

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil preferred)

CPEng/RPEQ qualifications (or working towards)

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aurizon is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Construction Management team within Network. You will manage delivery of rail infrastructure projects across Aurizon's CQCN network, from customer engagement through to construction and handover.

The role is hands-on, blending engineering, project management and field leadership. Time will be spent both in the office and on site, overseeing construction activities and driving value for customers and the business.