Introduction

Brunel is partnering with a major contractor delivering critical infrastructure within the Australian defence sector and is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Electrical) to join a long-term project based at Garden Island.

This role will support the delivery of electrical and telecommunications infrastructure within a highly regulated defence environment and offers long-term project exposure and career stability.

What are you going to do 

Working closely with the Project Manager and project team, you will take ownership of key engineering scopes and support project delivery across planning, coordination and execution. The role requires strong leadership capability and the ability to manage competing project priorities while maintaining quality, safety and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead engineering delivery across assigned project scopes* Support project planning, scheduling and resource coordination
* Manage technical documentation and engineering deliverables* Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
* Monitor project performance, risks and cost impacts* Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
* Ensure project works comply with safety, quality and environmental standards

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
  • Approximately 8-10 years' experience within infrastructure, construction or utilities projects
  • Strong experience delivering electrical or telecommunications related works
  • Proven ability to manage teams and coordinate project stakeholders
  • Solid understanding of project planning, cost control and commercial delivery
  • Experience working within complex or regulated project environments

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Due to the defence nature of this project:

* Australian Citizenship is mandatory* Dual citizenship can only be considered for NZ, USA, UK or Canada
* Candidates must be able to obtain a Defence Security Clearance

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Closing: 11 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-281291

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Corporate recruiter

Tim Chapman

+61 409 712 680

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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