Project Engineer – Utilities

About the role

The Project Engineer – Utilities will lead utility relocations for the Central‑West Orana transmission project, including undergrounding Essential Energy 22kV lines and relocating Telstra cables. This is a six‑month fixed‑term contract with camp‑style accommodation on a 14‑days‑on/7‑days‑off roster.

Key responsibilities

• Engage and manage subcontractors to meet scope, schedule, quality and safety requirements.
• Coordinate approvals, technical standards, outages and access with Essential Energy, Telstra and other asset owners.
• Review relocation designs for constructability and resolve issues before work commences.
• Sequence relocation works to align with the broader construction programme and ensure site access.
• Track progress, cost and schedule, preparing status reports and forecasts.
• Prepare Inspection Test Plans, checklists and ensure timely closure of non‑conformances.
• Manage permits, approvals and landowner interactions related to relocation activities.

Required profile

• Experience managing utility relocation projects, preferably in high‑voltage transmission environments.
• Ability to work on a remote site with camp accommodation and a rostered schedule.
• Strong coordination skills with multiple stakeholders such as energy utilities and telecom providers.

Required skills

• Knowledge of 22kV undergrounding practices.
• Familiarity with Telstra cable relocation processes.