CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Groups construction company and a leading international construction contractor with operations across Australia New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess we deliver projects spanning all key sectors of the construction industry including roads rail tunnelling defence resources and building.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients while providing safe rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people.

We need people who are talented motivated and disciplined and who have a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our project team. This is a great opportunity to secure work for a Tier 1 company on an exciting gas gathering project.

As a Project Engineer you will be accountable for:

• Monitoring key construction requirements to ensure they are achieved in line with agreed specifications.
• Managing work conducted on site by subcontractor and suppliers.
• Implementing prompt and safe corrective action on site if required.
• Maintaining all relevant project document control and records.
• Working closely with your team in a productive manner and being the driving force to get the job done

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering along with experience in a similar role
• Experience in process piping installation fabrication (Welding Non Destructive Testing (NDT) flange management and pressure testing.
• Experience in Quality Control (Inspection and Test Plans Inspection Test Reports Field Inspection Check Sheets) and Completions Systems
• Experience in Oil and Gas or Mining (preferred)
• Ability to implement safe work systems & environmental controls.
• Proven commercial acumen
• Ability to collaborate as part of a supportive high-performing team
• Excellent communication skills with a strong attention to detail

This role is offered on FIFO arrangement from Brisbane or local hire on a 18 on and 10 off roster.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples women the LGBTQIA community mature workers Veterans and Active Defence Reserve members people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. CPB Contractors is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Were always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

How to apply

Applications close

03 Apr 2026 E. Australia Standard Time