Site Engineer

Acciona; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Greenfield rail project experience

Site exposure to program, cost, and QA

Mentoring and training support

Job summary

ACCIONA is delivering Stage 1 of The Wave: 19 kilometres of dual‑track passenger rail on the Sunshine Coast. As Site Engineer, you will report to the Project Engineer & Senior Project Engineer, plan short‑term programs, track costs, and ensure quality and safety on site while working with subcontractors, the client and authorities.

You will negotiate subcontracts, support supply agreements, and build lasting relationships.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Valid C class driver licence.
• Valid Construction Safety Awareness Card.
• Desirable: experience in a construction or engineering setting.
• Desirable: Certificate IV in Project Management or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver short-term programs and resources for a defined area of the works.
• Monitor costs and productivity to protect margins and meet reporting deadlines.
• Support contract delivery and help negotiate subcontract and supply agreements.
• Lead by example on safety and help prepare Safe Work Method Statements.
• Prepare inspection test reports and close out non-conformances and defects.
• Build strong relationships with the client, subcontractors and local authorities.

Skills

C class driver's licence

Construction Safety Awareness Card

Education

Engineering degree / diploma or equivalent qualification

Job description

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.

Benefits

• Build experience on a greenfield rail project from the start
• Gain site exposure across program, cost, contracts and quality
• Grow your career with ACCIONA mentoring and training support

Project Information:

ACCIONA is part of CoastalTraX, delivering the greenfield works for Stage 1 of The Wave: 19 kilometres of dual-track passenger rail between Beerwah and Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. Backed by $5.5 billion in joint government funding, the project is part of Queensland’s infrastructure pipeline ahead of Brisbane 2032 and is now in design and preconstruction.

About the Opportunity:

As Site Engineer, you will report to the Project Engineer & Senior Project Engineer and deliver an assigned area of the works. You will plan short-term programs and resources, track costs against targets and keep quality and safety on track. You will work with subcontractors, the client and local government authorities, and help negotiate subcontract and supply agreements. You will also help resolve client concerns promptly and build lasting relationships. It is a hands‑on role that builds your technical and commercial skills and shows you how a rail project comes together from the ground up.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Plan short-term programs and resources for an assigned area of the works
• Monitor project costs and productivity to protect margins and meet reporting deadlines
• Support contract delivery and help negotiate subcontract and supply agreements
• Lead by example on safety and help prepare Safe Work Method Statements
• Prepare inspection test reports and close out non‑conformances and defects
• Build strong relationships with the client, subcontractors and local government authorities

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

• Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent qualification
• Valid C class driver licence
• Valid Construction Safety Awareness Card
• Desirable: experience in a construction or engineering setting
• Desirable: Certificate IV in Project Management or equivalent

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.