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≈ $41k – $100k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Fortitude Valley)
Seniority
Junior · 1+ year exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Downer Group scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Downer Group is an Australian and New Zealand integrated services company headquartered in North Ryde, Sydney, delivering transport, road, rail, utilities, facilities, defence and engineering services to government and private customers. Founded in New Zealand in 1933 and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and NZX, it employs more than 26,000 people, and this domain is its New Zealand site, with the national head office in Wiri, Auckland. Its group careers board hires road and civil operators, electricians, engineers and graduates, project managers, surveyors, defence program staff, technicians, cleaners and gardeners across Australia and New Zealand.

We have an opportunity for a Site Engineer to join our Water team and support the successful delivery of construction projects based in Walloon, QLD.

Working closely with Project Managers and Project Engineers, you will provide technical support across project planning, design and delivery while developing your engineering experience within the water industry. You will contribute to safe, high quality and commercially successful project outcomes while building strong relationships with project teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include supporting project planning and delivery, monitoring project performance and costs, contributing to design and constructability reviews, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers, supporting procurement activities and ensuring projects meet safety, environmental, community and client requirements.

What we’re looking for

You will bring an Engineering qualification and at least one year of project engineering experience within the water industry.

You will also demonstrate experience managing subcontractors, supporting financial management and reporting including budgeting, and driving quality outcomes within project delivery.

Strong communication, organisation and time management skills will be important, along with the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will be detail focused, comfortable working in a changing environment and committed to maintaining high standards of safety.

What we offer

This role provides an opportunity to further develop your engineering capability through exposure to the planning, design and delivery of water infrastructure projects.

You will work alongside experienced Project Engineers and Project Managers, gaining practical experience across project delivery, commercial management, procurement, subcontractor coordination, design reviews and safety.

About Energy & Utilities

Our Energy and Utilities business provides essential services and infrastructure that support the communities in which we operate.

You will join a team focused on delivering safe, reliable and sustainable infrastructure outcomes while maintaining strong relationships with our clients, communities and stakeholders.

How to apply

If you are an Engineer looking to grow your career in the water industry and contribute to the successful delivery of important infrastructure projects, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application online.

Downer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. We do not accept agency submissions unless specifically engaged for the role.

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