At PHE Engineering, we don't just deliver projects — we support Australia's most critical infrastructure. With a strong reputation across energy, mining, and heavy industry, we're growing our engineering team and looking for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to lead complex brownfield upgrades for an iconic Tier 1 client.
Based in Brisbane, this role will suit someone with strong technical capability, project leadership experience, and a willingness to travel to site when required.
Responsibilities and accountabilities:
* Leading end-to-end electrical project delivery, from design through to commissioning.
* Managing a team of Electrical Project Engineers and mentoring junior team members.
* Developing and reviewing engineering documentation to meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards.
* Supporting procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and quality assurance activities.
* Working cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, and vendors to drive successful outcomes.
* Participating in risk reviews, design workshops, and Safety in Design processes.
The ideal candidate will possess:
* A degree in Electrical Engineering (CPEng eligibility ideal).
* 5+ years of experience in brownfield infrastructure projects, ideally in energy, generation, or heavy industry.
* Experience leading or guiding engineering teams.
* A confident communicator and collaborator who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments.
* Strong working knowledge of Australian Standards and engineering governance.
ABOUT US:
PHE has 50 years' experience in providing electrical and instrumentation operation support services to clients throughout Australia in a range of industries including:
* Mining,
* Hydropower generation,
* Remote gas power generations plants
* Pulp and paper manufacturing
* Timber processing industries
Major projects we have been involved in:
* Snowy Hydro - Tumut 3 Power Station Controls & Protection Upgrade
* Snowy Hydro - Murray 1 Power Station Technology Upgrade
* Snowy Hydro - Tumut 1 & Tumut 2 Power Station Transformer and Line Protection Upgrades.
* Newcrest Mining - Cadia East Underground Panel Cave 2 East Crusher
* Cadia Valley Operations, Orange Newcrest Mining
* CON 1 T3 Hydrofloat Project
* Oz Minerals - Carrapateena
Why Join PHE?
* Join a business with a 50+ year track record in powering Australian industry.
* Work with respected clients on high-impact engineering projects.
* Be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team that values growth and initiative.
* Brisbane-based role with occasional project site travel.
* Opportunities to build your technical leadership and step into more senior roles.
Please note: You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia
PHE conducts pre-employment medical, Drug and Alcohol testing and a National Police Check prior to employment.
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