University Student Placement - Electrical EngineerWe are looking for a 2nd or 3rd year Electrical Engineering student for a 36-week program at Stanwell Power Station. This is an opportunity to gain firsthand experience working alongside RPEQ qualified engineers on a working coal fired power plant. This opportunity will run from the end of semester 2 this year until the start of semester ******. This will be an opportunity to get develop your skills as a student whilst earning an income.36-week program for 2nd or 3rd year Engineering studentBased at Stanwell Power Station - 20 minutes outside of RockhamptonStarting end Nov **** - Midyear ****
About the roleWe have an exciting placement opportunity for an Electrical Engineering student commencing their third year or later. This will allow you to put your university studies into practice, while working under the guidance of qualified and highly experienced RPEQ engineers and subject matter experts.Key activities include:Providing hands on assistance with electrical, instrumentation and control system design and project work including change management processesContributing to plant or process investigations - root cause failure investigations including review of operational plant dataInvolvement in critical plant maintenance activitiesUpdating documentation, drawings and proceduresDevelop your knowledge of plant and equipment as you get hands on learning
About youCompleted your 2nd year of Electrical Engineering studyBe based near the power station,



or willing to relocate for the duration of the placementAn interest in how a coal fired power station operates and an interest to develop your knowledgeA passion for ongoing learning and developmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsA high level of initiative to promote our values in everything you doWillingness to commit to potential future opportunities within Stanwell
Benefits:Recognised as an Endorsed Employer for all Women by WORK180Weekly pay + *****% super + annual incentive4-day work week / Flexible work arrangementsBuses provided from Gracemere and RockhamptonOn-site canteen servicesHealth and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)Exceptional safety culturePlus, a whole lot more!
About StanwellStanwell is Queensland's largest and most reliable electricity generator. We're applying our forty years of experience in operational excellence to building a diverse portfolio including coal-fired power stations, renewable generation, storage, and firming to deliver Queensland's future energy needs. Experience an organisation that lives by its values to care, adapt and deliver and is constantly responding to create an environment where respect, inclusivity, safety, and wellbeing are delivered.What's next?To submit your application, please apply online with your CV.Applications close: 11:55pm, 20 July ****Further information on Stanwell can be found online at part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing). Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell's culture and how our workplace operates. We recognise and value that it's essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves. We enable this through diversity, fairness, and adaptable work practices.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

📌 University Student Placement - Electrical Engineer (Rockhampton)
🏢 Stanwell Corporation
📍 Rockhampton