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Senior Project Engineer | TXL — Milton, Brisbane

Description ABOUT THE ROLE Our Power Projects team currently manages significant clean energy projects across Australia and is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Transmission Team on a 5:2 roster. This position can be in our Milton (QLD) or North Ryde (NSW) office . As part of a larger team, you will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include providing practical construction expertise and contributing to the bid process. Your skills in procurement will be valuable to our bid team. Once the project is underway, you will transition into a traditional Senior Project Engineer role and receive project allowances (site uplift and LAHA). Your day-to-day tasks will include but are not limited to: Development and production of bids, proposals, client presentations, and related materials. Coordinate and manage construction engineering activities to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and quality-driven project delivery. Lead by example and consistently promote key aspects of Zero Harm when working with operational teams. Collaborate with project teams to form active and effective business improvements that eliminate waste and minimise operational costs. Take the lead in managing subcontractors while advising on commercial matters and performance. OUR OFFER A generous salary package is on offer with site uplift and LAHA when on site and all the necessary tools to perform your job well. Become part of one of the leading service lines in the Energy & Utilities sector, celebrated for its strong community and passionate, high-achieving teams. A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts. Access to PerksDowner , which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options. Energy & Utilities has a dedicated internal mobility team that focuses on internal progression, succession identification, and thorough redeployment opportunities where appropriate. We invest in our people and are industry leaders in this regard. We are a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with in-house capabilities far exceeding traditional contractors. ABOUT YOU A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred; however, relevant experience in the industry or a similar role will suffice. Demonstrable and successful experience in project-based business, ideally with exposure to HV power transmission or substations. Good communication skills with the ability to engage with key stakeholders up and downstream. ABOUT US (E&U) Downer Group’s Energy & Utilities (E&U) business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today’s critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. Click “Apply” to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you For more information, please contact Ryan Delon, Talent Acquisition Business Partner , at ryan.delondownergroup.com . Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications through the advertisement, but applications submitted via email will not be accepted .

Applications close Sunday, 4 May 2025
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