High-profile, transformative infrastructure project
Career Development and Mentorship
Diverse and Challenging Scope | Electrical or Mechanical

UGL is delivering essential services and maintenance for the NSW Government’s Regional Rail Fleet Project, including the upgrade of the Sydenham Maintenance Centre (SMC) to meet the requirements of the new fleet. We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team and support the delivery of these critical works.

About Your Role:

As the Project Engineer - Electrical or Mechanical, you will support the Lead Project Manager in delivering the Sydenham Critical Work packages. This includes design coordination, product manufacture, installation, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness of facility upgrades such as electrical systems, diesel fume extraction, and fire and life safety systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop a thorough understanding of the overall Critical Work and project interfaces and communicate effectively to stakeholders.
Maintain a safe and healthy workplace and ensure compliance with UGL project delivery objectives, policies, and applicable laws and standards.
Assist the Lead Project Manager with coordination and resolution of technical issues with the client and stakeholders.
Ensure project deliverables comply with contractual requirements throughout the lifecycle.
Liaise frequently with the project team and third parties; prepare technical proposals.
Identify and manage engineering resource requirements to meet deliverables efficiently.
Assist in producing, reviewing, and signing off project documents (management plans, design reports, drawings, ICDs, implementation plans).
Lead technical meetings with stakeholders and contribute to issue resolution.
Act as technical lead for construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
Support procurement by preparing scopes of work and technical requirements.
Participate in program reviews, KPI reviews, UGL project gate reviews, and monthly project reviews.

About You:

Degree in a related electrical or mechanical engineering discipline or relevant equivalent.
Minimum 10+ years’ experience in project engineering, preferably in rail or heavy industry.
Working knowledge of AS 9001 Quality Systems and AS 1400 Environmental and Safety standards.
Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering design software.
Technical knowledge and experience in rail (desirable).
Membership of a professional organisation (e.g., Engineers Australia) (desirable).
Current Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Rail Industry Worker card.
Demonstrated engineering judgment with ability to provide sound technical solutions considering design, financial, and commercial implications.

Our Benefits:

A collaborative, respectful workplace that values diverse perspectives
The chance to contribute to projects that positively impact passenger outcomes across NSW
Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
Excellent remuneration package & benefits
Salary continuance, Employee Assistance Program & AIA Vitality Wellness Program
Discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, travel and more

About Us

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

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