Job Description
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10th September, **** n
12-Month Contract | 9:5 Roster | FIFO – Brisbane or Cairns Candidates Preferred | September Start
n We are currently recruiting an experienced
Senior Project Engineer – Electrical
to join the site-based Project Delivery team supporting
Rio Tinto Weipa Bauxite Operations at Amrun
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n This is a
12-month opportunity
suited to an experienced Electrical Project Engineer with a strong background in
site-based project delivery, construction and commissioning
, ideally within mining, resources or heavy industry.
n Due to the FIFO arrangements for this position,
candidates based in Brisbane or Cairns are preferred
.
n Working across a wide-ranging portfolio of multidisciplinary projects, you'll take ownership of electrical scopes from planning and procurement through construction, commissioning and project close-out.
What's on Offer?
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Weipa – Amrun, QLD
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FIFO role – Brisbane or Cairns-based candidates preferred
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9 days on / 5 days off roster
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12-hour days
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September **** commencement
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12-month contract
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Pay rate: To be confirmed based on experie
nce
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Diverse electrical construction and commissioning scope
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Site-based project delivery environment
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Opportunity to work across multiple multidisciplinary projects
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Flexibility required around FIFO travel days and project requirements
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The Role As the
Senior Project Engineer – Electrical
, you'll join the site-based Project Delivery team and lead the execution of electrical scopes across a range of projects supporting the Weipa Bauxite Operations.n
nYou'll work closely with contractors, Construction Leads, engineering teams and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with technical, quality, schedule and cost requirements.n
nYour responsibilities will span the full project lifecycle, including
contractor management, technical queries, procurement, estimating, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, quality assurance, construction and commissioning
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Current Project Scope
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nYou'll support a varied portfolio of projects, including:n
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Lighting and power supply for culverts on the Amrun Haul Road
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Radio tower installation
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Accommodation module installations
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Minor infrastructure installations
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Tailings Dam decant pump decommissioning and commissioning
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This position will suit an engineer who is comfortable managing multiple electrical work fronts within an operational site environment.n
Key Responsibilities
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nYour responsibilities will include:n
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Leading contractors and Construction Leads across electrical scopes of work
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Coordinating and overseeing electrical construction activities
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Managing QA for onsite electrical works, including construction verification inspections
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Reviewing technical designs, drawings, specifications and project documentation
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Managing and responding to technical queries
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Coordinating activities and interfaces across multiple engineering disciplines
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Coordinating procurement of materials, equipment and project resources
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Supporting estimating and project planning activities
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Identifying and managing project risks throughout construction and commissioning
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Developing and managing project schedules
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Leading project cost tracking and forecasting
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Supporting financial reporting and cost control
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Monitoring production performance and project KPIs
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Coordinating testing and commissioning activities
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Managing project close-out and
as-constructed documentation
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Ensuring contractors and project activities comply with site requirements
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Maintaining a strong focus on health, safety and quality throughout project delivery
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What We're Looking For
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nTo be successful, you'll bring:n
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Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
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Approximately
5–8 years' relevant site-based project execution experience
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Strong electrical
construction, testing and commissioning experience
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Demonstrated experience delivering projects within operational site environments
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Strong knowledge of
LV electrical distribution systems
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HV electrical distribution experience highly regarded
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Experience delivering electrical scopes within
multidisciplinary projects
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Ability to interpret drawings,



scopes of work, technical specifications and applicable standards
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Strong contract and contractor management experience
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Previous experience in a similar
client-side Project Engineering role
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Experience with procurement, scheduling, cost tracking and forecasting
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Strong quality assurance and construction verification capabilities
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High level of computer literacy, including
Microsoft Excel and Word
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities
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Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
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Flexibility around FIFO travel days and project requirements
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Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
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Previous experience within
mining, resources, heavy industry or major operational facilities
will be highly regarded.n
Due to the FIFO arrangements, applicants currently based in Brisbane or Cairns are preferred for this opportunity.
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About You
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nYou're an experienced Electrical Project Engineer who understands what it takes to deliver projects successfully in a
live, site-based environment
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nYou're equally comfortable reviewing technical documentation, walking down construction works, managing contractors, resolving technical issues and keeping a close eye on schedule, cost and project risk.n
nMost importantly, you can take ownership of your electrical scopes and drive them safely through
construction, testing, commissioning and close-out
while effectively managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.n
Apply Now
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nIf you're an experienced
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
looking for your next site-based opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.n
nWith a
12-month contract, 9:5 roster and FIFO arrangements preferably suited to Brisbane or Cairns-based candidates
, this is an excellent opportunity to join a major site-based Project Delivery team.n
Apply now with your current resume
, ensuring your electrical project delivery, construction, commissioning and contractor management experience is clearly outlined.n
nShortlisted candidates will be contacted by our recruitment team to discuss the opportunity,
pay rate based on experience
, and mobilisation arrangements.n
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📌 Electrical Senior Project Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Engineering Trades Australia
📍 Queensland