About the role Thiess is currently recruiting a Project Engineer - Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) for our Eva Copper Mine Project, located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People, 75 kilometres north of Cloncurry and 95 kilometres north-east of Mount Isa.
This role is being offered as a max-term contract of 9-12 months, providing a great chance to be part of an exciting new project!
We strongly encourage locals in Northwest Queensland, including members of the Kalkadoon community and other First Nations people, to apply for this role on a BIBO basis.
Depending on the successful candidate's location, the role can also be offered on a FIFO roster from either Townsville or Brisbane, with on-site accommodation provided.
Reporting to the Superintendent- NPI, you will provide onsite construction engineering support ensuring the safe execution of the Project.
Key responsibilities in this role will include: Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure work is carried out in accordance with design drawings, specifications, and scheduled dates.
Commercially manage subcontractors as head Contractor.
Monthly claim assessments/review with the Senior Project Engineer.
Perform quality management representative including witness and hold points for contractors Inspection Test Plans (ITP's)



Answering Contractor RFI's Escalation of technical queriers (TQ's) to the REPQ designer.
Provide daily reports on progress, non-compliance, and work delays to the project team.
Conduct regular job site inspections to assess performance and compliance with project standards.
Actively monitor the work environment for potential hazards and address risks.
Support Subcontractors with quality requirements and safety audits.
Assist with contract management tasks.
About you Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
Supervisory tickets S1,S2,S3, or ability to obtain A minimum of 3 years' experience in civil construction/infrastructure projects, with durations spent in a mining FIFO and NPI environment.
Minimum 1 years' experience as a Project Engineer Ability to work in North Queensland in a Fly in Fly out Roster type, 12 hr days.
In-depth understanding of OHS legislation and regulations, including contractual, quality requirements, safety standards, and knowledge of industry construction processes and methodologies.
A valid Australian driver's licence Experience undertaking walkdowns including QA inspection (Hold Points) with Contractors.
Concrete, Formwork, Reinforcement

📌 Npi Project Engineer (Sydney)
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📍 Sydney