Project Engineer

Your career path could surprise even you, there's so much variety. You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing. In this role, you'll: Work closely with Maintenance Engineers, Project Managers and key stakeholders, you will contribute technical expertise, project coordination and engineering support to the development and delivery of infrastructure maintenance programs. You will analyse asset information, monitor project progress and work collaboratively with contractors and service providers to achieve positive project outcomes. More specifically you will: • Develop project briefs and define project requirements, scope and expected outcomes to support successful project delivery. • Analyse condition, performance and cost data to support maintenance strategies, forward works planning and annual programs. • Monitor and report on project progress, identifying risks, impacts and opportunities across current and future programs of work. • Manage the collection, assessment and interpretation of asset and condition data to inform maintenance and investment decisions. • Provide engineering advice and technical support for infrastructure rehabilitation and maintenance projects. • Manage professional service contractors and internal service providers to ensure quality outcomes are delivered on time and within scope. • Coordinate the handover and disposal of infrastructure assets, ensuring accurate asset information is maintained. Office Location: Tamworth, NSW For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack . About you You are a motivated engineering professional with experience or knowledge in infrastructure maintenance, construction or asset management. You are analytical, collaborative and solution-focused, with the ability to interpret technical information, manage competing priorities and contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure projects. You are comfortable working with diverse stakeholders and have a strong commitment to safety, integrity and delivering quality outcomes. To succeed in this role, you will have: • Hold a four-year Civil or Structural Engineering degree from an Australian university, or an equivalent overseas qualification. • Demonstrate knowledge or experience in infrastructure maintenance and construction materials, equipment and techniques. • Have experience in the design, construction and/or maintenance of structures. • Possess strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret asset information, plans, estimates and budgets. • Communicate effectively and confidently with a range of stakeholders, tailoring messages to different audiences. • Demonstrate sound problem-solving skills and the ability to identify practical solutions to complex challenges. • Bring strong organisational skills and experience contributing to the delivery of projects within agreed timeframes and budgets. • Build productive relationships with contractors, consultants and cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives. Who we are Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Join us Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers . Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy Apply today Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 28 October 2026 For more information about this role, please contact STEPHEN.MAHCHUT2@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW #LI-Hybrid