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Snowy Hydro Limited

Project Engineer

Join Snowy Hydro Limited as a Project Engineer in New South Wales, Australia. Oversee civil construction on the Snowy 2.0 renewable energy project, ensuring quality and safety. Enjoy a 14/7 FIFO roster and contribute to a landmark low-carbon infrastructure initiative.
Snowy Hydro Limited
Snowy Hydro Limited
New South Wales, Australia On-site Contract position UTC+10:00

Snowy Hydro Limited

Company Overview

Snowy Hydro Limited

NSW, Australia

1949

Approximately 1,000-5,000 employees (source: leadiq.com). Snowy Hydro is a wholly-owned Commonwealth company with no public revenue data available for 2023 or later.

What They Do

Snowy Hydro's core technology focus is on pumped hydro-electricity, gas-fired peaking, diesel peaking, and contracted wind and solar renewables. The company operates 16 power stations and one pumping station, boasting a total generating capacity of over 5,500 MW dispatched to the National Electricity Market (source: snowyhydro.com.au). The Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, which is a significant part of their operations, features nine hydro-electric power stations and 16 dams linked by 145 km of tunnels and 80 km of aqueducts, primarily located in Kosciuszko National Park. Additionally, Snowy Hydro manages water storage and diversion under the Snowy Water Licence for irrigation to the Murray and Murrumbidgee systems (source: wikipedia.org).

Projects & Track Record

Snowy Hydro has a rich history of notable projects, including the original Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, which was completed in 1974 and delivered a total output of 3,740 MW from seven power stations, such as Guthega, which began operations in 1955 (source: snowyhydro.com.au). The company also operates significant gas assets, including the Colongra Power Station (667 MW, acquired in 2015), Laverton North (320 MW), and Latrobe Valley (300 MW) in Victoria, along with three diesel stations in South Australia totaling 136 MW (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, major projects include Snowy 2.0, which aims to link the Tantangara and Talbingo dams via a 27 km underground tunnel and establish a new pumped-hydro station for 2,000 MW generation and 175 hours of storage, with construction having commenced in 2019 (source: snowyhydro.com.au).

Recent Developments

In March 2018, the Australian Government acquired full ownership of Snowy Hydro by purchasing shares from New South Wales and Victoria, solidifying its status as a wholly-owned Commonwealth entity (source: snowyhydro.com.au). The construction of Snowy 2.0 is a significant advancement in the company's portfolio, marking it as a nation-building pumped-hydro project that commenced in 2019 (source: snowyhydro.com.au). Additionally, Snowy Hydro has secured contracts for over 1,000 MW from ten wind and solar projects, enhancing its renewable energy offerings (source: leadiq.com).

Working There

Snowy Hydro offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including generation (hydro, gas, diesel operations), engineering, construction, and retail services through brands like Red Energy and Lumo Energy. The company also has opportunities in support functions such as IT, HR, and finance, with hiring occurring at their headquarters in Cooma, the Sydney office, and various project sites across New South Wales and Victoria (source: leadiq.com). The company culture emphasizes community support and has a long history of integrating a multinational workforce, with 65% of the original workforce being migrants from over 30 nations (source: nma.gov.au). While specific benefits are not detailed in available sources, the company is known for its commitment to customer service excellence through its retail brands (source: leadiq.com).


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Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a world-class project that's reshaping Australia's energy future? Snowy 2.0, the largest renewable energy initiative in the country, is an ambitious expansion of the iconic Snowy Scheme. Focused on providing on-demand power and vast storage capacity, this project is paving the way for a sustainable, low-carbon future.

The Role

Based on the Snowy 2.0 Project, this role is responsible for providing onsite project engineering oversight and assurance of civil construction works on behalf of the 2.0 Owners Team. The position monitors contractor activities to ensure all works meet contractual obligations and are delivered in accordance with the Employer's Requirements (ER).

The primary purpose of the role is to proactively oversee and verify that construction outcomes align with the ER and contract conditions.

This is a 2-year fixed-term contract operating on a 14/7 FIFO roster, based onsite at Lobs Hole.

Key Responsibilities

Health and Safety

  • Lead and promote high standards of health and safety in line with Snowy values and policies.
  • Implement safety plans and lead by example on site.

Construction Oversight

  • Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with Employer's Requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • Identify and report issues early to prevent delays, defects or long-term asset risks.
  • Review IFC drawings and documentation, escalating discrepancies to the Construction Manager.
  • Attend inspections, tests, witness and hold points in line with project requirements.
  • Act in the Quality Manager role during roster absences.

Quality Assurance & Reporting

  • Oversee civil construction quality to ensure works meet contractual and project requirements.
  • Maintain accurate site records, drawings, NCRs and ITP registers.
  • Monitor contractor IPTs (6-week lookahead) and attend quality audits.
  • Prepare daily site reports (resources, plant, KIPs, weather, access conditions).
  • Ensure all QA communications and documentation are managed through ACONEX.
  • Provide technical support to Surveillance and Assurance Officers.
  • Maintain consistent physical site presence across active work fronts.

You'll Bring

A degree in Engineering that meets the requirements for Corporate Membership with Engineers Australia, together with experience delivering large, complex civil or infrastructure projects. You bring strong engineering and construction skills, with the ability to interpret scopes, drawings and specifications and implement safe, practical solutions. You are confident in managing contractors and consultants, and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders. You work effectively both onsite and remotely, contribute well within a team, and take ownership of your responsibilities. You adapt to changing project demands and have sound knowledge of quality, WHS, EEO and environmental standards.

The Team

At Snowy 2.0, we live by the principle of "One Team Working Together." If you're a problem-solver with a passion for driving change and making a real impact, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy and apply now. Together, we'll deliver one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Australia's history.

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About the role

March 7, 2026

Contract position

Company

March 7, 2026

On-site

Hydropower , Energy Storage

Snowy Hydro Limited

snowyhydro.com.au

  •  New South Wales, Australia

Experience delivering large, complex civil or infrastructure projects

UTC+10:00