Site Engineer – Gawara Baya Wind Farm (FIFO)

Join one of Queensland’s major renewable energy projects delivering 400MW of clean energy across 68 wind turbines. This is a high-impact FIFO opportunity with a leading self-performing contractor, offering strong career growth, excellent site conditions, and a standout package.

With a 30% FIFO uplift, fully funded accommodation, meals, and return flights, this role is ideal for a Site Engineer ready to step up in large-scale civil infrastructure delivery.

The Project – Gawara Baya Wind Farm

We are delivering the Gawara Baya Wind Farm, located approximately 2.5 hours from Townsville.

This landmark renewable energy project will generate 400MW of clean power across 68 wind turbines, with a total contract value of $347M. It’s a significant civil construction package offering exposure to major bulk earthworks and infrastructure delivery at scale.

Who we are

We're Symal, a proudly different group of companies with a story of significant growth, pushing what’s possible as one of Australia’s largest self-performing contractors.

We innovate with intent – problem solving and delivering the best outcomes to our partners, communities and each other - that’s what has made Symal a success and will continue to into the future.

It’s not what we do that defines us, it’s how we do it, building better together.

What’s on offer

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

The role

As a Site Engineer, you will support the successful delivery of civil works across the project. Working closely with the Project Manager and site team, you’ll help drive safe, efficient, and commercially sound project outcomes.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead programs aligned with the construction schedule
• Coordinate plant, labour, and materials to support efficient delivery
• Assist with procurement, purchase orders, subcontractor management, and variations
• Support cost tracking, productivity reporting, and progress claims
• Lead site safety and quality activities including toolbox talks, audits, ITPs, and NCR management

About you

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ Australian civil construction experience
• Strong interest or experience in site-based civil delivery
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong understanding of SWMS, risk management, and site compliance
• Confident communicator who builds strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and site teams

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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