Project Engineer - Defence Projects

About the role

Eptec Defence, which provides asset preservation, maintenance and sustainment solutions to Australia's Defence and maritime industries, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead its teams supporting projects across the Defence portfolio. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on delivering high-quality outcomes safely, on time and in full compliance with contract and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver defined projects with best practice, client standards and the agreed outcomes and business benefits.
• Prepare documentation such as project plans, Gantt charts and specifications for minor projects.
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor assigned engineering projects.
• Coordinate project elements including QA/QC, logistics, reporting, compliance, subcontractor management, equipment control, supplies and project management administration.
• Manage and maintain project briefs, schedules, action logs and budgets, and monitor project performance.
• Work daily with Site Supervisors, Project Managers and other project personnel, providing assistance and technical support.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in asset remediation, civil construction or a Defence environment.
• Relevant engineering degree.
• Technical knowledge of coatings, surface preparation, hazardous substances and application processes is highly desirable, as is experience in asset remediation and infrastructure projects, including blasting and painting and concrete rehabilitation works.
• NACE 1 or 2 certification is highly desirable but not essential.

Required skills

• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Ability to work to project deadlines and budgets, in a team-oriented way.

What we offer

• Permanent full-time role with a stated annual rate of $110,000 to $120,000 depending on experience.
• Career development opportunities in a growing national business.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive team culture that values safety, inclusion and collaboration.
• On-site parking and well-organised work locations.