Project Engineer (Structures)

Project Engineer (Structures)

Why Join Inland Rail?

You'll join a nationally significant project shaping Australia's freight future. We offer the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to complex infrastructure delivery, and build your capability across one of the most important rail programs in the country.

• Project Engineer – Client side / Delivery
• FIFO/DIDO 10:4 (from NSW, QLD, VIC) | Site location: I2S (Illabo to Stockinbingal) 
• Permanent position

Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the I2S (Illabo to Stockinbingal) project is delivered safely, on time and within budget. This position will see you working Client side and working closely with contractors, engineering teams, and key stakeholders to ensure construction activities, technical requirements, and project performance objectives are met.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assist with planning and delivering the I2S project in line with IRPL requirements.
• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture aligned with Inland Rail values.
• Coordinate with Design & Engineering teams to resolve technical queries and ensure compliance.
• Undertake site inspections and liaise with consultants and engineers.
• Review scopes, schedules, cost inputs, and safety documentation for contractor work packages.
• Conduct qualitative reviews of contractor safety, construction, and quality plans.
• Provide regular reporting on contractor safety performance and site observations.
• Help resolve construction and engineering issues relating to compliance and contract performance.
• Support project planning, development of Project Management Plans, and reporting against KPIs.
• Assist with contract documentation, administration, variation assessments, and payment claims.
• Contribute to financial forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with ARTC and Inland Rail SMS, IMS, and EMS requirements.

You will bring a combination of technical capability, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

To be successful, you will have:

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Eligibility for Engineers Australia membership.
• Experience in delivery-phase project management across rail or road formation, civil earthworks, bridges, or drainage structures.
• Knowledge of WHS principles and relevant rail safety legislation.
• Experience delivering major infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisation, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen.
• Valid Class C driver’s licence.
• Client-side experience (eg. ARTC, TfNSW etc) (Desired)

What you’ll be joining

• You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia.
• This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment.
• Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow.
• Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the Art office embracing flexible working conditions.

Our Organisation and Culture

The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.  We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.

At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. Inland Rail is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us.

All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.

Apply Now

If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.

Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don’t delay your application.