Engineer - EM Site

Purpose of the Role:

The Mechanical Site Engineer is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all mechanical engineering activities on-site to ensure the successful and safe execution of project works. This role involves supervising installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems; ensuring compliance with design, standards, and safety; resolving technical issues; managing subcontractors; and supporting project delivery within time, cost, environmental and quality targets.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary Qualifications or related discipline such as, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• White Card

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the Construction Industry in a similar role – preferred
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installation practices, construction methodologies, and relevant industry codes (e.g., ASME, API, ISO).
• Experience with hydraulic structures, hydropower or related industrial infrastructure project is preferred
• Experience with power system analysis software
• Understanding of quality plans and Inspection Test Plans for electrical works, MEP Engineering.
• Experience in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings
• Understanding of current and relevant health and safety regulations, good industry practice and engineering standards
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Required Competencies:

• Leadership skills with the ability to supervise teams and contractors
• Strong verbal and communication skills and the ability to write clear and concise English
• WHS – risk assessment, legislative compliance, JSEA writing desirable
• Skills in construction method development and subsequent programming desirable
• Contract comprehension, commercial awareness and ability to develop substantiated claims
• Construction industry knowledge and experience of mechanical systems including steel structures and piping
• Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Compile QA documentation including Work Packs, ITP’s Method statements and Construction verification
• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, and ensure closure of quality-related issues
• Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation
• Respectfully takes direction and adheres to feedback from construction managers and project managers
• Working experience managing site supervisors.
• Attend project sites to coordinate and witness testing and commissioning activities
• Coordinate daily work with subcontractors, site supervisors, and other engineering disciplines
• Provide technical solutions for site issues, clashes, and design discrepancies
• Liaise with design engineers to clarify technical requirements and obtain approvals for changes
• Ensure all mechanical works meet engineering standards, project specifications, and relevant codes
• Contribute to regular project meetings, communications and reports to the project manager and/or principal, which provide accurate and timely information to support their understanding of strategic risks, issues, opportunities, impacts and progress
• Monitors progress of construction against the program and takes steps to ensure the program is achieved
• Ensure mechanical activities are executed in accordance with site safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support commissioning teams in system testing, pre-commissioning, and handover activities
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and design teams to ensure project continuity
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and inspectors during site visits