Project Engineer / Assistant PM – Renewables
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Full Time
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- Openings
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- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Experienced professionals in project coordination, project engineering, assistant project management, or related site/project delivery roles who are open to full-time permanent work in Melbourne or Brisbane and willing to travel regularly to project sites.
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Where you'll work
Job description
Overview
This position is for an experienced Project Coordinator, Project Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager to help drive project planning and delivery for a client working in infrastructure and renewable energy construction. The assignment supports major wind farm developments across Australia and is a full-time, permanent role. The base location can be Melbourne or Brisbane, and the work will include regular travel to project sites, initially averaging about two weeks each month. All travel-related expenses are covered.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Project Manager to assist with planning, delivery, and reporting across the project lifecycle.
- Arrange project readiness activities such as equipment, PPE, travel, and accommodation.
- Help manage schedules, cost controls, budgets, invoicing, and forecasting tasks.
- Keep project files, dashboards, reports, and records accurate and up to date.
- Coordinate with clients, site crews, suppliers, QA, HSE, and internal teams to keep work moving smoothly.
- Support project completion activities, including lessons learned and follow-up improvement actions.
Requirements
- Proven background in project engineering, project coordination, site administration, and/or project management.
- Experience in construction management, renewable energy, wind projects, or similar environments.
- Comfort working with blue-collar and site-based teams.
- Strong capability in documentation, reporting, planning, and stakeholder communication.
- Ability to stay effective in a fast-moving and changing project setting.
About the Company
The employer supports local and international work for leading organisations that create meaningful positive impact. Their focus is on helping clients deliver more quickly and effectively by connecting them with strong engineering, management, and specialist talent.
Additional Information
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based in Melbourne or Brisbane. The role involves site travel, expected to be around two weeks per month at the start, and all travel costs are paid by the employer.