Site Project Engineer - Marinus Link Project | Hazelwood, Victoria

Jacobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Site Project Engineer to support the Hazelwood Converter Station package within the Marinus Link project in Victoria. You will work with the Site Project Manager and Construction Manager, delivering site activities, coordinating contractors, reviewing documentation and ensuring safety and quality.

Location in Latrobe Valley, Victoria, with opportunity to influence major energy infrastructure delivery and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across engineering, delivery

Qualifications

• Experience supporting the construction phase of major infrastructure, energy, industrial or multidisciplinary projects.
• Background in site delivery, contractor surveillance, project coordination and interface management within a construction environment.
• Experience across disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, or building services.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of assigned construction work packages, coordinating site activities, schedules, risks and contractor interfaces.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with project procedures, drawings, specifications and site requirements.
• Assist with the management of project documentation including RFIs, site records, risk registers, quality records and contractor submissions.
• Participate in site inspections, audits, safety walks and quality assurance activities to support safe and compliant project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and provide technical input, observations and recommendations to support project decision-making.
• Collaborate with contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders to manage interfaces, resolve issues and support successful project outcomes.

Skills

Site delivery

Contractor surveillance

Project coordination

Interface management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Job description

2d ago , from Jacobs Solutions Inc - Engineering Services

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is proud to be the Integrated Delivery Partner for Marinus Link Pty Ltd (MLPL) - connecting Tasmania and Victoria via a 345 km undersea and underground electricity and data interconnector. As the project moves into its delivery and construction phase, MLPL and Jacobs are working as one integrated team to mobilise the workforce needed to deliver this landmark project, seeking to engage talented professionals across a range of dynamic, site-based roles. Construction will be delivered by specialist contractors, with MLPL and Jacobs working side by side to support successful execution. Together, our integrated team will deliver coordinated services across engineering, delivery management, and on-site representation, bringing a collaborative approach to support the build from start to finish.

The Opportunity #LI-KH1

As a Site Project Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Hazelwood Converter Station package, working as part of the integrated MLPL and Jacobs project team. This client-side role provides technical, coordination, surveillance and reporting support across construction activities, helping ensure contractors deliver work safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.

Working closely with the Site Project Manager and Construction Manager, you will support contractor oversight, site interface management, project reporting, risk management and quality assurance activities while contributing to one of Australia's largest and most significant energy infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of assigned construction work packages, coordinating site activities, schedules, risks and contractor interfaces.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with project procedures, approved methodologies, drawings, specifications and site requirements.
• Assist with the management of project documentation, including RFIs, site records, risk registers, quality records and contractor submissions.
• Participate in site inspections, audits, safety walks and quality assurance activities to support safe and compliant project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and provide technical input, observations and recommendations to support project decision-making.
• Collaborate with contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders to manage interfaces, resolve issues and support successful project outcomes.

Located in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, the Hazelwood site will host the Victorian converter station and associated infrastructure, creating the critical connection point between Marinus Link and the National Electricity Market. The site will play a key role in enabling the transfer of renewable energy between Tasmania and mainland Australia.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Experience supporting the construction phase of major infrastructure, energy, industrial or multidisciplinary projects.
• A background in site delivery, contractor surveillance, project coordination and interface management within a construction environment.
• Experience working across one or more disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, building services or related infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, with experience participating in site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across contractors, project teams and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, coupled with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Why Marinus Link?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant energy infrastructure project that will strengthen Australia’s energy network and support the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Working within the integrated MLPL and Jacobs team, you’ll gain exposure to a complex, large-scale infrastructure project and help deliver a project that will create lasting benefits for generations to come.

Jacobs. A World Where You Can.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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