Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings | Site Lead, FIFO

Ventia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster

Camp accommodation

Job summary

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings to join the Owner’s team on Australia’s largest renewable energy project. You will be the key technical link between design, construction and delivery, overseeing contractor activities and ensuring compliance with Employer’s Requirements.

You’ll report to the Project Manager - Mechanical Installations, lead safety initiatives, and mentor Site Engineers on a 14/7 FIFO roster at the Lobs Hole site.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with eligibility for Engineers Australia Corporate Membership.
• Proven experience on large-scale, complex civil or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in heavy wall welding, steel linings, or structural steel installation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex interfaces across multiple contract packages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with collaborative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Site oversight to ensure contractor activities align with design specifications and contract requirements.
• Proactive problem solving to identify discrepancies and delays early and drive solutions.
• Lead safety culture and maintain high health, safety and environment standards on site.
• Coordinate across E&M, Civil, Safety and Quality teams and manage external partners.
• Act as 2IC to the Project Manager and mentor Site Engineers and Technical Officers on site.

Skills

Site leadership

Stakeholder management

Safety leadership

Interface management

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Steel Linings to join the Owner’s team on Australia’s largest renewable energy project. You will be the key technical link between design, construction and delivery, overseeing contractor activities and ensuring compliance with Employer’s Requirements.

You’ll report to the Project Manager - Mechanical Installations, lead safety initiatives, and mentor Site Engineers on a 14/7 FIFO roster at the Lobs Hole site.