Site Project Engineer

Snowy Hydro; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Project Engineer for the Snowy 2.0 project, based on site with a 14/7 FIFO roster. You will oversee major civil works, with a focus on Formwork, Reinforcement, and Pour activities, ensuring quality, safety, and contract alignment on a landmark infrastructure program.

You will lead on-site QA/QC, interpret IFC drawings, manage subcontractors and suppliers, and collaborate with the Construction Manager to keep the project on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree meeting Engineers Australia membership eligibility.
• Extensive hands-on FRP sequences management.
• Ability to read and interpret IFC drawings.
• Strong communication to supervise contractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee FRP quality and delivery on site.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Lead QA/QC processes for civil works.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager and external stakeholders.
• Maintain safety standards and Snowy Values on site.

Skills

FRP expertise

QA/QC on-site

Safety leadership

IFC drawings interpretation

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree eligible for Engineers Australia

Job description

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

Are you an experienced civil engineer ready to leave your mark on one of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects? We are seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join the Snowy 2.0 Owners team. Reporting to the Project Manager Surface works. This role will help lay the groundwork for the project's transition into its FRP phase.

You will be our eyes and ears on the ground. In this pivotal role, you will oversee major civil construction works, ensuring everything is built to the highest standard, meets contractual requirements, and aligns with the Employer's vision. If you thrive in dynamic, large-scale environments and love seeing a complex project come to life, this is for you

Company description:

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

Job description:

Are you an experienced civil engineer ready to leave your mark on one of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects? We are seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join the Snowy 2.0 Owners team. Reporting to the Project Manager Surface works. This role will help lay the groundwork for the project's transition into its FRP phase.

You will be our eyes and ears on the ground. In this pivotal role, you will oversee major civil construction works, ensuring everything is built to the highest standard, meets contractual requirements, and aligns with the Employer's vision. If you thrive in dynamic, large-scale environments and love seeing a complex project come to life, this is for you

Key Responsibilities:

• FRP Quality & Delivery: Actively oversee complex Formwork, Reinforcement, and Pour (FRP) sequences. You will be on the ground managing critical Witness and Hold points, reviewing Contractor ITPs, and ensuring every pour meets stringent design and quality specifications.

• Championing Safety: Upholding the highest standards of health and safety, leading by example, and living the Snowy Values every day on site.

• Driving Construction Excellence: Proactively overseeing contractor activities to catch potential issues early, preventing delays, and ensuring the Snowy 2.0 asset performs exactly as designed.

• Quality Management: Owning the on-site QA process for civil works, reviewing the latest IFC drawings, and guaranteeing top-tier documentation.

• Problem Solving: Spotting discrepancies or faults in site documents and collaborating with the Construction Manager to find immediate, effective solutions.

About the location:

This role is located 100% on Site, working a 14/7 FIFO roster. Standard camp style amenities are included.

About you:

• The Qualifications: An Engineering degree that meets the eligibility requirements for Corporate Membership of Engineers Australia.

• Heavy FRP Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience managing complex Formwork, Reinforcement, and Pour (FRP) sequences. You know the lifecycle of a major pour inside and out and can confidently drive the QA/QC process.

• Technical Sharpness: A keen eye for reading and interpreting structural work scopes, technical specifications, and complex IFC drawings to detect issues before the concrete cures.

• Stakeholder Management: Highly developed communication and negotiation skills to effectively collaborate with and supervise external contractors, steelfixers, and concrete suppliers.

About our workforce:

Diversity and inclusion is important to us: Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at ***********@snowyhydro.com.au