▷ Urgent: Electrical Project Engineer

4 weeks ago

Newcastle City Council, Australia Peoplefusion Full time

Overview

Lead major electrical projects in heavy industry

Exposure to diverse sites across NSW & QLD

Strong pipeline of long-term projects

Play a key role in shaping complex electrical projects across mining and infrastructure, with the variety, scale and challenge to keep your career moving forward.

About the Company

Our client designs and delivers integrated electrical, power and communications solutions for heavy industry. They support underground and surface operations in mining and tunnelling, and partner on major projects across the resources, energy and infrastructure sectors in Australia and selected international locations. Their reputation is built on technical know-how, a commitment to safety, and delivering outcomes that perform in demanding environments.

About the Role

This position is centred on project engineering, overseeing the delivery of electrical and site projects from concept through to commissioning. You’ll coordinate project planning, manage site activities, liaise with clients and subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to scope. You’ll be involved in diverse projects across NSW and QLD, offering the chance to broaden your experience and work on initiatives of different scale and complexity.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate and oversee project delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and quality standards.

- Undertake site inspections, collecting accurate notes and photographs.

- Liaise with internal teams, customers, and subcontractors to achieve project outcomes.

- Support tendering activities through estimating and pricing input.

- Identify and implement cost-saving measures and value-engineering opportunities.

- Maintain strong safety, compliance, and quality assurance practices.

Skills and Experience

- Electrical trade qualification or higher in a relevant field

- Proven track record delivering projects in mining, or heavy industrial setting

- Experience working with High Voltage systems

- Capability to contribute to estimating and project tendering processes

- Strong communication, organisational, and time-management skills

- Current driver’s licence and willingness to work across different project sites

Benefits

- Secure, long-term role with project variety and scope for professional development.

- Exposure to high-profile mining and industrial projects.

- Work within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

- Opportunities to apply both engineering and commercial skills.

How to Apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Krystle Parker on krystlep@peoplefusion.com.au or Omali Marshall omalim@peoplefusion.com.au, or call on 024927 2010 for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

At PeopleFusion, we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion—we celebrate it We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion, or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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