About AWCON
AWCON is one of Australia’s fast-growing civil construction contractors. We deliver complex projects in the mining and heavy industry sectors, valued from $1M to over $100M, for Tier 1 clients across the country.
With offices and projects in every Australian state, we offer what many contractors can’t: a strong pipeline of challenging, varied work and a genuine path to a long-term career.
The Opportunity
Our national growth means we’re looking for high-performing Project Engineers from New Zealand who are ready to make the move to Australia and step into a key role across multiple projects.
This isn’t a desk job or a back-seat role. You’ll be embedded in complex surface and underground construction projects, owning the planning, coordination and execution of FRP, concrete and associated civil works. Working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you’ll be the person who keeps delivery sharp, compliant and moving forward.
Once you’re settled in Australia, you’ll work FIFO/DIDO from your Australian base to our project sites.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Driving project delivery safely, on time and on budget
Partnering with Project Managers and Supervisors to sharpen sequencing and lift productivity
Being the go-to for technical problem-solving and support on site
Managing documentation, QA and compliance without losing sight of delivery
Coordinating subcontractors, crews, materials and project resources across multiple work fronts
Building strong, trusted relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders
Challenging the status quo and finding smarter, faster ways to deliver work
What We’re Looking For
You’re a Project Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has real, hands-on delivery experience across underground construction, FRP and concrete works. You take ownership, make decisions and get things done.
You’ll bring:
A Civil or Structural Engineering degree
5+ years’ experience in project engineering, with a strong background in underground construction
Demonstrated experience delivering FRP and concrete works
Practical knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing and project delivery
The ability to juggle multiple work fronts and keep projects moving
Strong technical, planning and problem-solving skills
Confidence working with everyone from crews and Supervisors to clients and Project Managers
A strong understanding of safety, quality, QA and compliance requirements
The drive to work autonomously, make calls and own your outcomes
Experience on remote, FIFO or mining projects (highly regarded)
Why AWCON?
Projects that matter: major mining and heavy industry builds from $1M to over $100M
Tier 1 clients: work alongside some of the biggest names in the industry
Real ownership: a hands-on role where your decisions shape how projects are delivered
National footprint: projects in every state, with variety and room to grow
Long-term career: join a growing company that invests in people who want to build something lasting
Important to Know
Applicants are responsible for their own relocation to Australia. Once you’re based in Australia, project travel is arranged on a FIFO/DIDO basis.
Ready to Make the Move?
If you’re an experienced Project Engineer in New Zealand with underground construction, FRP and concrete experience, and you’re ready for bigger projects with a growing Australian company that values safety, teamwork and quality, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let us know in your application where you’re at in the process of moving to Australia.
AWCON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
Successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening and police clearance.