Site Engineer - Services Infrastructure (rrjv)

Site Engineer – Services Infrastructure

The Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture (RRJV) is a 50/50 joint venture between CPB Contractors and Downer to undertake major upgrades and replacement of existing infrastructure and facilities to support Defence capability for the next 30 years.

The proposed project consists of a program of works across three Department of Defence establishments including:

• Albury Wodonga Military Area (including North, South & East Bandiana, Latchford Barracks, Wirlinga)
• Blamey Barracks (Kapooka)
• RAAF Base Wagga

The proposed capital investment of $2 billion will incorporate a variety of elements including:

• Construction of new messing and living in accommodation
• Construction of new training facilities
• Refurbishment and upgrading of existing buildings
• Remedial works and upgrades to infrastructure services

We are seeking a Site Engineer – Services Infrastructure to support the delivery of critical Defence services works at Blamey Barracks Kapooka. Working closely with the Project Engineer, this role will assist in managing the installation of key services infrastructure packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, to quality standards and in line with RRJV systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing engineer to gain experience on a tier 1 Defence infrastructure program.

What you'll do:

• Support the Project Engineer with the delivery of services infrastructure works including HV electrical, potable water, fire water and sewer mains
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely on program and to specification
• Assist with resolving design and constructability issues on site
• Support quality control activities, inspections and documentation
• Assist with commissioning and handover activities for completed services packages

What you'll bring:

• Degree qualification in Services Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic or Building Services) or Civil Engineering
• Exposure to services infrastructure installations in a site or graduate engineering role
• Understanding of subcontractor coordination and site-quality processes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary project team
• Experience on construction or infrastructure projects (Defence experience advantageous but not essential)

This role is based at Wagga Wagga. Relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate if required. This is not a DIDO or FIFO role, applicants must be willing to relocate, be an Australian citizen and willing to obtain a security clearance.

Spotless Management Services Pty Ltd (a Downer Company) is delivering the works as part of a joint venture with CPB Contractors Pty Ltd. Accordingly we will share your Personal Information, to the extent necessary, for the purpose of recruitment for the joint venture with CPB Contractors Pty Ltd who are required to handle that information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

Why Downer?

At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

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• Training and development to support and diversify your career.
• With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
• Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We're committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with this role, we'd still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

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