Senior Project Engineer

Monadelphous; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Monadelphous is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for their PNG Operations, based in Brisbane until December and then on site in Papua New Guinea on a FIFO 4:4 roster. You will provide technical leadership across project management, estimating, procurement, and QA for large-scale resources projects.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years’ on-site project engineering experience, a mechanical engineering qualification, and front-end commissioning exposure, with strong collaboration and safety focus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in on-site project engineering or coordination for large-scale resources projects.
• Front end commissioning experience in bid, tender, shutdown, and project environments.
• Strong written and technical skills with an analytical, problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination and delivery of complex engineering projects through to commissioning and handover.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets and risk mitigation to achieve outcomes.
• Develop and execute commissioning strategies, plans and schedules.
• Collaborate with client representatives to meet requirements.
• Interface between engineering and project delivery teams to ensure compliance with specifications and contracts.
• Manage and supervise the resolution of technical queries as required.

Education

Bachelor or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant Trade Certificate

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join Monadelphous PNG Operations team until mid-2028, based in the Brisbane office until December then on site in Papua New Guinea on a FIFO 4:4 roster.

This high paced position will provide technical expertise across project management, estimating, procurement, contractual correspondence, quality assurance, and internal/external stakeholder management for a program of works.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex engineering projects through to commissioning and handover.

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation activities to ensure successful project outcomes.

Develop and execute commissioning strategies, plans, and schedules to support successful project delivery.

Work closely with client representatives and deliver to meet their requirements

• Manage the interface between the engineering and project delivery teams to maintain compliance with the specifications, schedules and contract

Manage and supervise the resolution of technical queries as required

What you will bring:

5+ years experience working in an on-site project engineering or coordination position for large-scale resources oil and gas projects.

An Australian recognised, tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or relevant Trade Certificate.

Front end commissioning experience working within bid, tender, shutdown, and project environments, with exposure to planning, execution, testing, and handover activities.

Strong written and technical skills, with an innovative approach to technical problem-solving and continuous improvement

Well-developed communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach with the ability to foster interpersonal relationships across all levels

A strong commitment to maintaining a safe working environment

Proof of right to work in Australia and a valid passport

We have been operating in Papua New Guinea over 19 years, proud to be providing jobs for the local region in structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, civil, and other large-scale services.

Life at Monadelphous

We celebrate our diversity and shared values and are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities for all. We’re committed to hiring locally, encourage people of all diverse backgrounds to apply and strongly encourage women and First Nations people to submit an application.

About Us

Monadelphous is an ASX-200 company providing multidisciplinary construction, maintenance and industrial services to many of the largest companies in the resources, energy and infrastructure sectors. Established in 1972, we’ve been working in Australia and around the world for more than 50 years. We work on the biggest projects and ensure our teams have a variety of opportunities available to follow their career path of choice.

Safety is at the forefront of everything we do, and we live by our promise: The Safe Way is the Only Way.