McMahon Services is seeking a Site Engineer to join our team delivering the Rum Jungle Rehabilitation Project in the Northern Territory.
This nationally significant environmental remediation project will halt acid mine drainage, isolate radiological hazards and restore the site for long-term sustainability and return to its Traditional Owners.
This is a full-time, site-based opportunity for an engineer with 1–5 years' experience who wants to apply their technical skills in a complex, high-impact project environment.
About McMahon Services
McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations. We deliver complex remediation and infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand, supported by strong systems, experienced teams and a safety-first culture.
The Rum Jungle Rehabilitation Project represents one of Australia's most significant environmental restoration initiatives.
About the Role
Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, you will support on-site delivery of water treatment and groundwater remediation systems.
You will work closely with construction and commissioning teams to ensure pumps, pipelines and treatment systems are installed, tested and optimised to meet environmental performance requirements.
This is a practical, hands-on engineering role working directly within a live project environment.
What You'll Do
* Provide on-site engineering support across water treatment systems
* Assist with installation and commissioning of pumps and pipeline networks
* Prepare RFIs and liaise with consultants and designers
* Support procurement, scheduling and cost tracking activities
* Monitor technical compliance and quality requirements
* Implement safe systems of work in line with Safety Certainty 2.0 principles
What You'll Bring
* Engineering degree (Chemical Engineering preferred)
* 1–5 years' experience in water, process or civil infrastructure projects
* Exposure to pumps, pipelines or treatment systems
* Strong technical problem-solving capability
* Ability to work in remote or regional project environments
* Construction White Card and current driver's licence
* Ability to obtain required site and security clearances
What Will Set You Apart
* Experience in remediation or environmental infrastructure
* Commissioning exposure on treatment plant projects
* Strong understanding of HSE and environmental compliance
* Adaptability and resilience in dynamic site environments
Why Join McMahon Services?
* Contribute to a nationally significant environmental rehabilitation project
* Structured career progression
* Competitive salary with site allowances
* Supportive, values-driven team culture
* Strong focus on safety, performance and continuous improvement
If you're ready to build your engineering career on a project that genuinely makes a difference, apply now.
At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.