Senior Project Engineer, FIFO

Acciona S.A; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is delivering the design and construction of two land-backed wharves at Lumsden Point in Port Hedland, WA. As Senior Project Engineer, you will coordinate engineering works, manage schedules, budgeting, and quality while reporting to the Construction Manager.

You will mentor junior engineers and drive cost, time and scope control on a high‑profile project. The role requires a Bachelor degree in engineering, strong HS&E knowledge, and excellent communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering Structures or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and environment requirements in construction projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and control engineering works across inspection, scheduling, planning, surveying and quality.
• Develop construction methods and manage temporary works.
• Control project schedules and critical path activities.
• Coordinate construction engineering activities on site and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Apply digital engineering tools to plan and coordinate works.
• Mentor junior engineers and report cost, time, scope and quality outcomes.

Skills

HS&E knowledge

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Construction coordination

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering Structures

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description Project Info ACCIONA is delivering the design and construction of two land-backed wharves at Lumsden Point in Port Hedland, WA. The project supports the export of critical minerals like lithium and copper, and the import of renewable energy infrastructure. Identified as a priority by Infrastructure Australia, Lumsden Point will become a key logistics hub for the state's mining and energy sectors.

About Opportunity As Senior Project Engineer, you'll join our Lumsden Point wharves project on a 2:1 roster, reporting to the Construction Manager. You'll coordinate and control engineering works across inspection, scheduling, planning, surveying and quality, keeping delivery safe, on time and within budget. You'll provide technical and HSEQS support to Supervisors, mentor junior engineers, and manage accurate reporting on cost, time, scope and quality.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Manage tenders, bids and technical submissions
• Develop construction methods and manage temporary works
• Control project schedules and critical path activities
• Coordinate construction engineering activities on site
• Apply digital engineering tools to plan and coordinate works
• Mentor and support development of junior engineers
• Report project cost, time, scope and quality outcomes

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering Structures experience in a construction environment
• Working knowledge of HS&E requirements
• Strong communication and stakeholder skills
• Port or marine infrastructure experience desirable

What we offer At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers.

We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.

Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.

ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.