Project Engineer – FIFO | Gawara Baya Wind Farm

Deliver one of Queensland’s landmark renewable energy projects

Step into a high-impact FIFO Project Engineer role on the Gawara Baya Wind Farm – a major 400MW renewable energy project located approximately 2.5 hours from Townsville. With 68 wind turbines and a $347M civil construction package, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to one of Queensland’s most significant large-scale infrastructure developments.

You’ll be part of a self-performing contractor delivering complex bulk earthworks and civil infrastructure in a fast-paced, well-supported site environment where your technical capability directly shapes project outcomes.

What’s on offer

• 30% FIFO site uplift
• Fully funded accommodation
• All meals provided
• Return FIFO flights included
• Long-term opportunity on a flagship renewable energy project

About us

We’re Symal – a proudly different group of companies and one of Australia’s leading self-performing civil contractors.

We innovate with intent, solve problems collaboratively, and push what’s possible in everything we do. Our success is built on how we work together – building better outcomes for our people, partners, and communities.

At Symal, it’s not just what we do that defines us – it’s how we do it. We build better together.

The opportunity

As a FIFO Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering civil construction works safely, efficiently, and profitably. Working closely with the Project Manager and site delivery teams, you will help coordinate day-to-day engineering activities while ensuring program, cost, safety, and quality targets are achieved.

This is a hands-on site role where you will gain exposure to large-scale bulk earthworks, procurement coordination, subcontractor management, and project controls on a major renewable energy project.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engineering support across civil construction activities on site
• Develop and maintain short-term programs and 3-week lookaheads
• Track quantities, progress, and productivity on key work fronts
• Manage QA systems, ITPs, and as-built documentation
• Support procurement, cost control, and variation tracking
• Assist in commercial reporting using Expert Estimation and Jobpac
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site logistics
• Drive strong safety leadership and ensure compliance with project systems
• Support achievement of project milestones and delivery targets

About you

You are a proactive and motivated Civil Engineer who thrives in FIFO environments and fast-moving construction settings. You bring strong technical capability, commercial awareness, and a hands-on approach to site delivery.

You will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
• ~3+ years’ experience in civil construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site delivery
• Ability to manage programs, cost tracking, and subcontractors
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality outcomes
• Experience with Expert Estimation and Jobpac (desirable)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

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