36-week program for 2nd or 3rd year Engineering studentBased at Stanwell Power Station, 20 minutes outside of RockhamptonStarting end Nov **** - Midyear *******-week placement for Mechanical Engineering students—gain hands-on experience in power generation while working alongside RPEQ engineers.About the roleWe have an exciting placement prospect for a Mechanical 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.
Providing hands on assistance with mechanical project workProviding hands on assistance with mechanical 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 activitiesPromoting a safe work environment by conducting on the job risk assessmentsUpdating documentation, drawings and procedures About YouCompleted your 2nd year of Mechanical 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 BenefitsRecognised 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 flexible work practices.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

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