Project Engineer

Why GEC?

Global Engineering and Construction (GEC) are an Australian owned, family oriented and value-driven organisation. We are a leading provider of management and construction solutions to clients across the oil & gas sector with a proven track record across Australia. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a growing business delivering complex infrastructure projects for major Tier 1 clients across Australia.

About the role

We’re currently seeking a Project / Site Engineer to support delivery across a major energy infrastructure project, supporting our Tier 1 client, Santos in the Cooper Basin.  This is a project-based contract role (April–October) with strong potential to transition into a permanent position, offering exposure to large-scale, complex infrastructure projects within the energy sector.

Based in Brisbane with regular site engagement, this role will see you working closely with Project Managers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.

This is a great opportunity for an early to mid-career engineer looking to build hands-on experience across project delivery within the energy and infrastructure sector.

With purpose, respect and a driven mindset, you’ll contribute by:

• Provide day-to-day engineering support across project delivery and site activities
• Coordinate subcontractors and assist with scheduling and work planning
• Prepare and manage key project documentation (RFIs, TQs, registers, reports)
• Support procurement activities, including materials and subcontractor engagement
• Assist with cost tracking, variations, and project reporting
• Conduct site inspections and ensure works are delivered to specification and safety standards
• Contribute to project planning, mobilisation, and execution activities.

Here’s what you’ll need to thrive in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• 2–5 years’ experience within a construction, civil, or oil & gas environment
• Proven experience working within Major Hazard Facilities (e.g. gas plants) is highly desirable
• Exposure to pipelines, SMP, or infrastructure projects highly regarded
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across site and office teams
• Solid organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working with project documentation and systems (e.g. RFIs, TQs, registers, schedules)
• Experience developing construction work packs
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with CAD software (12D, Navisworks, AutoCAD or similar desirable).

Why join our team?

• Be part of a rapidly growing business 
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile energy projects
• Upskilling opportunities to support your career growth
• Supportive team environment with strong safety culture.

If your experience aligns, you have full Australian work rights and you’re ready to contribute to a critical energy projects, we’d love to hear from you.. apply now!

Global Benefits

Being part of the Global team gives you access to a range of different benefits. Alongside the opportunity to work with a business that is passionate about not just providing you a role but a career, you will also have access to:

• Online benefits platform with discounts to major retailers and novated leasing
• Our Employee Assistance and Peer Support Programs.
• Onsite trainer to upskill and obtain new tickets and licenses
• Our reward and recognition programs
• A team that is passionate about delivering exceptional project outcomes safely.