Who We Are At Queensland Hydro, we're building more than infrastructure. We're building a long-planned, multi-generational investment in our future, bringing together renewable energy reliability and water security in a single, integrated asset. The work you do here today will help shape Queensland for generations to come.
With exploratory works, investigations and planning activities currently progressing, there are opportunities right now for you to contribute and build your experience. You'll join a truly purpose-driven organisation, where our values - We Care, We Collaborate and We Deliver - are reflected in the decisions and actions we take every day. What You’ll Do We are growing the capability within our Exploratory Works team.
As the Project Engineer, you will perform a versatile role within our program of projects, with a focus on providing supervised engineering support to activities associated with civil infrastructure such as earthworks, dams, roads, bridges and structures associated with a pumped storage facility. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will support the Exploratory Works program through contributions to design reviews, quality assurance and asset management strategies for civil and structural infrastructure across our projects. This position is a site-based role on the Borumba project, working a 5/2 roster.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Contribute to the specification and review of designs to ensure compliance in project components, including drawings, reports, specifications and studies.
Support the Project Manager and Senior Project Engineer by assisting with technical issues, risks and information requests from contractors.
Assist with the definition and development of asset management strategies, standards, guidelines, monitoring, testing and inspection programs.
Conduct and assist with on-site environmental, safety and quality audits, and progress inspections.
Advocate for a safety,
quality and innovation-focused culture while coordinating with site teams, contractors, supervisors, PMO, Commercial and other internal stakeholders.
Who You Are To be successful in this position, you will have a degree in Civil Engineering with at least 2 years’ post-graduate experience in roads or infrastructure projects. You will have a flexible approach and be comfortable managing multiple requests with varying levels of priority, while being an advocate for safety and quality. Knowledge of relevant codes and Australian standards.
General knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations.
Enthusiasm for learning and major civil construction activities.
Competence in the evaluation and interpretation of data.
Strong all-round communication skills.
Why Queensland
Hydro?
With Queensland
Hydro, you can help build a future Queensland, while building your career at the same time. You'll work alongside talented people, tackle meaningful challenges and play a role in shaping infrastructure that delivers lasting impact. Our benefits package includes a 12.75% superannuation contribution, health and wellbeing initiatives such as Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance, 14 weeks of paid parental leave, and salary packaging options.
When Applying To play a key role in one of Australia’s most significant energy investments, please apply by clicking the ‘Apply’ link. If this chance isn't suitable for you, we encourage you to share it with your network or visit www.qldhydro.com.au .
Applications
Close – 13th August 2026 For additional information please email enquiries to
[email protected] . Our recruitment and selection process may require shortlisted candidates to undertake background checks. These may include a police check, a pre-employment medical assessment; and/or drug & alcohol testing.
Our goal is to deliver the best outcomes for local communities and all Queenslanders, now and for generations to come. You can learn more about Qld Hydro by following us on LinkedIn or via www.qldhydro.com.au .
📌 Project Engineer (Australia)
🏢 Queensland Hydro
📍 Australia