Whittens
FIFO Senior Project Engineer
Location: Karratha, Western Australia, Australia
Company: Whittens
Job Type: Full-time, FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out)
Roster: 2 weeks on-site, 1 week off-site (2/1 roster)
Job Posted: April 8, 2025
About Whittens:
Whittens is an Australian-owned civil construction company with over 23 years of experience in various parts of Australia, including Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Northern Territory, and South Australia. We work on large and complex projects related to concrete, roadworks, earthworks, and piping for big infrastructure and mining companies. We focus on delivering successful and safe projects and building a strong reputation in the industry.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our team on a FIFO basis. You will be working on a 2-week on-site, 1-week off-site schedule. You will report to the Project Manager and work on projects that involve building complex concrete structures and other civil works. As the Senior Project Engineer, your duties will include:
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Understanding and interpreting project specifications, drawings, and construction methods
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Managing and mentoring other engineers on the project
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Providing engineering support to the Project Manager, Construction Manager, and supervisors
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Creating detailed work programs for the team
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Ensuring the project work stays within scope and complies with the plan
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Identifying and submitting variations to the scope of work for review
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Working with the team to improve project margins
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Reviewing and preparing internal documents for approval by the client
About You:
To apply for this role, you should have:
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A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or a similar field
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Experience working in FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out) or DIDO (Drive In, Drive Out) roles is preferred
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Experience with large concrete construction projects in Australia
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Experience working with a Civil Contractor
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Leadership experience, including mentoring small project teams
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Good written and spoken communication skills
What We Offer:
Whittens offers a range of benefits, including:
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Competitive salary and 30% site uplift (extra pay for working on-site) plus superannuation
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Weekly pay
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Visa sponsorship for candidates in Australia
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Opportunities for learning and development
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Work with supportive and engaged teams
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A strong focus on safety in everything we do
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Paid Parental Leave
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Option for Novated Lease (for car leasing)
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Long-term permanent role with opportunities to work on many projects across Australia
Whittens is committed to workplace diversity, supporting women in civil construction, Indigenous partnerships, and encouraging people from all cultural backgrounds to apply.
Important:
We are sourcing candidates directly through Whittens and will not accept applications from external recruitment agencies.
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