Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings, Site Lead

Snowy Hydro Limited

Cooma

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

7 days ago

Be an early applicant

Get a reply from this employer

Your resume and cover letter, tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings to lead site activities at the Lobs Hole site on a 14/7 FIFO roster. You will be the technical link between design, construction, and delivery, overseeing contractor work and guiding teams to meet Employer's Requirements.

Reporting to the Project Manager - Mechanical Installations, you will tackle technical and quality challenges before they affect critical paths while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and

Qualifications

Degree in Mechanical Engineering ( eligible for Corporate Membership with Engineers Australia ).
Previous engineering experience on large-scale, complex civil or major infrastructure projects.
Strong background in heavy wall welding, steel linings, or structural steel installation practices highly regarded.
Proven track record in managing complex interfaces across multiple contract packages.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative leadership style and autonomous working ability.

Responsibilities

Site Oversight & Quality Assurance: ensure contractor activities align with design specifications and contract requirements.
Proactive Problem Solving: monitor site progress to spot issues early and drive practical solutions.
Safety Leadership: lead by example with high health, safety, and environmental standards.
Stakeholder & Interface Management: collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams and external partners.
Team Leadership & Support: act as 2IC to the Project Manager and mentor Site Engineers on site.