Site Engineer - Assembly & Erection

Ugl Group; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Training opportunities

Health & wellbeing program

Discount portal

Flexible work arrangements

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

UGL Group is seeking a Site Engineer - Assembly & Erection to join our on-site team on the HumeLink project in NSW. This FIFO role requires coordinating civil/structural works and ensuring alignment with drawings and safety standards. You will review specifications, manage resources, supervise erection of structures, and maintain progress records.

Local applicants welcome; FIFO to Wagga Wagga applies. We offer development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in assembly, erection, or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of drawings, standards and construction methodologies.
• Familiarity with SHEQ regulations and safe work practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications, prepare for assembly activities and resources.
• Oversee assembly and erection of structures in line with plans.
• Inspect installations to meet design standards and resolve defects.
• Enforce safety protocols and monitor site activities.
• Maintain records, prepare progress reports and document modifications.

Skills

Site experience

Team coordination

Problem solving

HSE awareness

Communication

Education

BEng Civil/Mechanical

Job description

UGL is an employer with a difference, jump on board and experience our incredible journey!

The Project

UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

We are looking for a Site Engineer (Tower Assembly & Erection) to join our team onsite.

Please note this role is a FIFO position to Wagga Wagga. Local applicants are highly considered.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

What will a day in this role look like:

The Site Engineer - Assembly & Erection is responsible for overseeing and managing the construction and installation of structures, machinery, or equipment on the project site.

Your duties/responsibilities will typically include:

• Review project specifications, prepare for assembly activities, and ensure availability of necessary resources.
• Oversee the assembly and erection of structures or equipment, ensuring alignment with technical plans.
• Inspect installations to meet design standards and resolve defects or discrepancies.
• Enforce safety protocols, monitor site activities, and ensure adherence to HSE regulations.
• Maintain records, prepare progress reports, and document as-built modifications.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. All applications will be considered.

About You

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in assembly, erection, or construction projects, preferably in relevant industries such as utilities or large infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, standards, and construction methodologies.
• Familiarity with SHEQ regulations and a track record of maintaining a safe work environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and team coordination skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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