Site Engineer

The Opportunity

As the Site Project Engineer within the New Energy team, you will support the construction of Zero Emission Bus Depot conversion projects across their development, design, and construction phases, delivering long-term confirmed and secured works.

The role provides direct support to the Construction Manager and Project Delivery team, with a key objective of delivering industry-leading construction controls across the New Energy division. Strong client-facing communication skills are essential to ensure effective coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

What we are looking for 

• Electrical Engineering qualification
• A proven track record of Construction Roles in Electrical and Power Systems on Design and Construct Projects, specifically.
• Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience, ideally including design and construction roles
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical technology and construction methodologies as an essential element of design.
• Strong Environmentally Sustainable Design and Innovation and Technology credentials including an understanding of the NCC and Australian Standards.
• Experience in overseeing HV and ASP1/2/3 works
• Experience working for a building contractor is preferred but not essential.
• Experience working with AS3000, AS5033, AS4777, AS5139, AS61439 preferred
• Experience working with DNSPs and appropriate wiring rules preferred
• Experience working with EV charging infrastructure preferred

What we offer

• 38 hour working week
• Site based position
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team 
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits 
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company 

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities 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.

Downer Group is 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.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.