Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

Senior Electrical Project Engineer

• Deliver projects critical to Rio Tinto's Weipa operations
• Apply your expertise across complex electrical infrastructure
• Expand your experience from planning through commissioning
• FIFO ex Brisbane or Cairns on a 9:5 roster
• Work alongside experienced technical specialists and leaders
• Long-term role with a global leader in mining and resources

 
Chandler Macleod is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join Rio Tinto's Project Delivery Team at Weipa, Queensland.
 
Reporting to the Manager, Project Delivery, this role will lead the delivery of electrical work packages across a diverse portfolio of capital projects supporting Rio Tinto's Weipa and Amrun operations. Working closely with contractors, construction teams and stakeholders, you will oversee project execution from planning and procurement through to construction, commissioning and project close-out.
 
Where You'll Be Working
Rio Tinto's Weipa operations are among the world's largest bauxite mining operations, supporting significant mining, port, processing and infrastructure assets across Cape York.
 
As part of the Project Delivery Team, you will contribute to a range of projects scheduled for delivery in 2026, including:

• Lighting and power supply installations for the Amrun Haul Road
• Radio tower installation projects
• Accommodation module installations
• Minor infrastructure projects
• Tailings dam decant pump decommissioning and commissioning works

 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead contractors and construction leads delivering electrical scopes of work
• Manage electrical construction, testing and commissioning activities
• Coordinate procurement, scheduling and project delivery activities
• Lead contractor engagement and contract management processes
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, KPIs and reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and technical standards

 
About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Demonstrated experience delivering electrical and/or multidisciplinary projects
• Strong understanding of LV and HV electrical systems and technical documentation
• Experience managing contractors, procurement and project delivery activities
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

 
Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to interpret specifications, drawings and engineering standards
• High attention to detail and personal integrity
• Strong risk identification and management skills

 
What's on Offer

• FIFO Weipa position
• 9:5 roster (may vary to suit project requirements)
• Travel and accommodation provided
• Site vehicle provided whilst on roster
• Opportunity to broaden project delivery and commissioning experience
• Potential long-term career development within a major mining operation

 
If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure projects, apply your technical expertise in a complex operational environment and further develop your project delivery capability, we'd like to hear from you.
 
Apply now.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.