Senior Project Engineer

Employment Type:

FIFO

Location:

Queensland

Industry:

Engineering - Civil

Contact Name:

Renee Dowling

Contact Email:

renee@techresources.com.au

Contact Phone:

0400 795 561

Date Published:

27-Jul-2026
NPI (Mining Infrastructure) 12-Month Contract | 2:1 FIFO | Cairns or Brisbane Point of Hire

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join the delivery team on a major greenfield mining development in Far North Queensland.
Located approximately north of Cairns, this large-scale project is progressing through development and construction, offering the opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) works that will support long-term site operations.

Working on a 2:1 FIFO roster, you will oversee the delivery of key infrastructure packages including accommodation villages, camp facilities, roads, drainage, utilities, water management systems and supporting civil infrastructure.

The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of NPI construction works, ensuring quality, schedule and budget objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the delivery of NPI construction packages from planning through to completion
  • Coordinate contractors and site-based project teams
  • Drive safety, quality and environmental compliance across all activities
  • Monitor project schedules, costs and performance
  • Resolve technical and construction challenges
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
About You
  • Degree-qualified Civil Engineer or related engineering discipline
  • 8+ years' project engineering experience within mining or major infrastructure projects
  • Significant experience delivering NPI works in a mining environment
  • Proven background with accommodation camps, site facilities, utilities and supporting infrastructure
  • Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Excellent planning, communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Passionate, proactive and delivery-focused

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE PERMANENT RESIDENCY OR CITIZENSHIP WITHIN AUSTRALIA.

Please apply through the below link or for more information on the position please contact  Renee Dowling  on 0400 795 561 and send through a copy of your CV to renee@techresources.com.au  

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