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Multicultural Consulting Services Pty

Brisbane

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AUD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

42 hours ago

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Job summary

Wood is seeking a Project Engineer based at the Mount Crosby Water Treatment Plant to support Seqwater’s Major Projects Team in developing and executing Major Capital Projects. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, cost control, and coordination to ensure project objectives are met within the required time frames.

The role requires effective stakeholder engagement, strong technical planning and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

Three to five years relevant experience will be highly regarded.
Qualifications in an mechanical/civil engineering required.
RPEQ will be considered favourably.
Current “C” class Queensland drivers’ license

Responsibilities

Project Engineering support for the development of assigned Capital Projects.
Contribute to asset management system by understanding the assets in water treatment and storage.
Observe and comply with Seqwater safety, quality and environmental management systems.

Skills

Project engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Suite Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Wood has a collaborative maintenance contract with Seqwater to deliver leading maintenance services and project support in the water industry. These services cover South East Queensland across multiple locations.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing Project Engineering support to Seqwater’s Major Projects Team, to support Project Manager’s in the developing and executing Major Capital Projects.

Based at the Mount Crosby Water Treatment Plant, this role will require effective planning, scheduling, cost control, coordination to support the Major Capital Project team ensuring the objectives are met within the required time frames.

At this time, we will only consider applications from Australian citizens or those with the required permit/VISA for this region, in place.

Responsibilities

Project Engineering support for the development of assigned Capital Projects
Contribute to the ongoing efficiency and effectiveness of the Seqwater asset management system by developing a detailed understanding of the scope, function and nature of the assets used in water treatment, supply system and bulk water storage
Observe and comply with all Seqwater work health and safety, quality and environmental management systems and procedures
Undertake other duties, which are assigned

Experience

Knowledge and experience of workings of Seqwater / Water industry assets and TMR specifications would be advantageous 3-5 year’s Project Engineering experience in the Utilities or Oil/Gas industries
Tertiary or Professional Qualification in a Mechanical or Civil discipline
Proficient Computer Skills (MS Suite – Outlook, Excel, Word)

Qualifications

Three (3) to five (5) years relevant experience will be highly regarded
Qualifications in an applicable area of mechanical / civil engineering required
RPEQ will be considered favourably
Current “C” class Queensland drivers’ license

If you’re an experienced Project Engineer, ready for your next project, then we are keen to hear from you today.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to be based in our Brisbane office. We are specifically seeking senior personnel with significant experience in CSG industry.

Responsibilities

Project manage a full Engineering delivery team to deliver projects from front end design, through detailed design, procurement, construction, hand over and close‑out
Bottom line responsibility for the financial and technical success of a project
Stakeholder engagement and management
Statement of requirements throughout the phasing of the project from concept, detail design, and site implementation
Implementation of the company quality management system for the project

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Engineering
10 years Project Engineering experience
Extensive experience as a Project Engineer in a CSG environment
Previous experience in a role of Project Engineer leading a project multidiscipline team
Demonstrated supervisory and administration skills necessary to organise and lead a project team, develop design / implementation schedules and provide on‑going status reports to the senior management team
Demonstrated strong commitment to safety
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, both written and oral

Candidates must have full work rights in Australia to be considered for this role.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Project Engineer with engineering design experience in the Oil & Gas and Renewables sectors. This role is suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to take ownership of complex projects from concept to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain engineering and project management practices and standards in the organisation.
Manage engineering design work in accordance with Australian Standards, guides and codes as appropriate, meeting industry best practice.
Prepare engineering designs, plans, project specifications, project proposals, scopes of work and project opinion of probable cost.
Prepare concept, feasibility and FEED documentation and obtain relevant reviews and approvals.
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the Fyfe QA system and client QA and safety policies and procedures.
Deliver projects on time, to quality standards and budget requirements.
Appropriate use of the Fyfe Project Tracker System, including management of notes and tasks.
Review project costs and supply advice as requested or identified.
Process monthly claims.
Provide Project Manager and client with reports and project updates as required.
Conduct site inspections with clients, contractors, council and regulatory authorities where required.
Attend and contribute to HAZOPs as required.

About You

Bachelors degree in engineering (Process, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline).
2 - 5 years experience in engineering design within Oil & Gas and/or Renewable Energy.
Ability to prepare engineering designs, project specifications, FEED documentation and cost estimates.
Sound knowledge of Australian Standards and relevant industry codes.
Experience conducting site inspections, risk assessments, and contributing to HAZOP reviews.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement.
Ambition to grow into senior leadership roles.

What We Offer

Career progression in a growing national consultancy.
Secondments to Tier 1 clients and exposure to diverse projects.
Supportive, inclusive, and social team culture.
Competitive salary and financial support for professional development.
Access to exclusive employee discounts and salary sacrificing options.
Additional 6-week paid purchase leave.
Flexible working conditions and open‑door management style.

Join Us

We’re a growing, market‑leading company that looks after its team.

We’re seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer to manage the operational and commercial aspects of our key projects.

Why Join Us?

Industry Leadership: work for one of the biggest names in concrete pumping with a modern, high‑capacity fleet
Impactful Role: your decisions will directly influence the success and profitability of major commercial and infrastructure projects
Growth Potential: we invest in our people and offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience
Join a company that really looks after its employees
Great team atmosphere - enjoy coming to work again!

The role

This is a critical, hands‑on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, commercial acumen and strong coordination skills. Key tasks include:

Quotes: analyse project plans & specifications; generate accurate & competitive quotations for concrete pumping services, boom placement, line pumping & ancillary equipment
Progress Claims: sign off on monthly & periodic progress claims; monitor & track project costs & variations to ensure accurate billing & profitability
Technical Coordination: plan complex concrete placing boom setups & liaise with customers, managers, engineers and rigging crews to optimise site setup
Project Engineering: coordinate concrete pumping equipment engineering for projects with stakeholders, provide technical support & engineering input for complex pumping operations; develop safe work methods & plans specific to concrete pumping & boom operations
Lead Negotiations: confidently lead negotiations on variations, claims & disputes, ensuring favourable commercial outcomes for our business.

What are we looking for

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent relevant qualification)
Proven experience in a Project Engineering, Contract Administration or Estimating role - ideally within the construction, formwork or concrete industry
Strong understanding of contract law principles (specifically Australian construction contracts)
Exceptional organisational, communication and negotiation skills
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Commercial acumen with a problem solving mindset
Will consider a high performing industry junior on the rise

Who are we

Based at Slacks Creek, Specialised Concrete Pumping (SCP) is an industry leading concrete pumping specialist that operates nationally and offers one of the largest and most diverse fleet of concrete pumping equipment in Australia. SCP’s core business is concrete pumping and has earned us the reputation of being undisputed market and industry leaders. We operate one of the largest placing boom fleets in Australia and are proud to deliver specialised concrete pumping methodologies that few others in the industry can provide.

We value Safety, Teamwork, Communication, Excellence, Professionalism, Workmanship, Equipment, Respect and Fun.

What You Need to Succeed

Minimum 5 years' experience in civil construction as a Project Engineer or similar position
Degree qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and project delivery
Experience working on remote or regional infrastructure projects is highly regarded
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong commercial and problem‑solving abilities
Current Driving Licence
A commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards

What you’ll get in return

Weekly pays
10/4 roster providing excellent work‑life balance
DIDO from Cairns or Townsville
Site accommodation and meals provided
Immediate start on a well‑supported project
Opportunity to work with an established and respected contractor
Potential for ongoing opportunities beyond the initial project duration

Please note that there is no opportunity for subcontractor.

Key Responsibilities

Own multidisciplinary station package delivery including scope, cost, schedule and quality
Manage key subcontractors and coordinate design, construction and commissioning
Review engineering designs for constructability and compliance
Coordinate site inspection, testing and commissioning activities
Manage package interfaces with adjacent works and operations
Monitor and control costs, schedule and quality metrics
Prepare and maintain construction documentation and as‑built records
Participate in project assurance activities and handover dossier compilation
Support safe work planning and risk management
Escalate emerging issues and propose practical solutions

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor's degree in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical or building‑services engineering
5-8 years' project engineering experience
At least one station, rail, airport or complex public building project of $100m+
Experience delivering multidisciplinary packages in brownfield environments
Subcontractor management and cost/schedule control expertise
Testing, commissioning and handover experience
2+ years' average tenure per employer with at least one project engineering role held for 2+ years
Current construction induction card and ability to obtain rail competencies
Strong technical knowledge across structural, architectural and services disciplines
Leadership and team collaboration skills

Our Client is a leading civil construction contractor delivering major infrastructure and ground engineering projects across North Queensland.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a 6‑month project on a 10 days on, 4 days off roster. Working closely with the Project Manager and site team, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of civil construction works, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This position is offered on a DIDO basis from Cairns or Townsville, with camp accommodation provided throughout the duration of the project.

Key responsibilities