Pipeline Construction Engineers & Supervisors

Project Engineers | Site Engineers | Construction Superintendents | Construction Supervisors

📍 Australia (SA, VIC, TAS, NSW) | Relocation from Europe Supported
📅 Progressive Starts: Q4 2026 – Q2 2027

Build Australia's Next Generation of Energy Infrastructure

Easy Skill is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist pipeline construction contractor in Australia, part of an international group delivering major onshore gas pipelines, HVDC shore crossings, and associated energy infrastructure projects.

With multiple awarded projects mobilising across South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania and New South Wales, and future opportunities in Papua New Guinea, we are building a talent pool of experienced pipeline construction professionals ready to take on site-based leadership roles in one of the world's most active pipeline markets.

This is a unique opportunity for engineers and supervisors who want to remain close to construction operations, lead field teams, and contribute directly to the successful delivery of complex pipeline projects.

About the Opportunity

Employer

Confidential specialist pipeline construction contractor

Industry

Oil & Gas, Energy Infrastructure, Pipeline Construction

Locations

Project sites across:

• South Australia (SA)

• Victoria (VIC)

• Tasmania (TAS)

• New South Wales (NSW)

• Future assignments may include Papua New Guinea.

Employment Type

• Permanent

• Project-based permanent

• Contract-to-permanent opportunities

Start Dates

Progressive mobilisations from Q4 2026 through Q2 2027

Rotation

FIFO or DIDO rotations depending on project location and operational requirements.

Relocation & Visa Support

International candidates from Europe and other regions are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for suitable candidates.

Open Positions

Project Engineer

Lead the engineering, planning and execution of pipeline construction work packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction methodologies and work planning

• Programme scheduling and cost control

• Temporary works coordination

• Quality management and documentation

• Subcontractor coordination

• Project reporting and handover preparation

Site Engineer

Provide daily engineering support to construction spreads and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Field engineering support

• Quantities tracking and reporting

• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)

• Quality documentation

• Survey and setting-out activities

• Daily progress reporting

Construction Superintendent

Lead a construction spread or major section of pipeline works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage crews, plant and subcontractors

• Drive productivity and programme delivery

• Coordinate construction activities

• Monitor safety and quality performance

• Report progress to project management

Construction Supervisor

Provide frontline supervision for pipeline construction activities.

Typical Activities

• Clearing and grading

• Stringing and pipe handling

• Welding operations

• Coating activities

• Trenching and lowering-in

• Crossings construction

• Reinstatement works

• Shore crossing operations

What You Will Be Delivering

The Operations team is responsible for the full execution of field construction activities, including:

✅ Right-of-way preparation

✅ Stringing and bending

✅ Welding and coating

✅ Trenching and lowering-in

✅ Backfilling and tie-ins

✅ Hydrotesting

✅ Reinstatement

✅ Shore crossings

✅ Road, rail and watercourse crossings

✅ HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling)

✅ HVDC cable landfall and shore-crossing works

You will work closely with project management, subcontractors, clients, regulatory representatives, landowners and environmental stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant and efficient project execution.

Candidate Requirements

Mandatory

For Engineers

• Degree or diploma in:

  • Civil Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Construction Engineering

  • Related discipline

For Superintendents & Supervisors

• Trade or supervisory background with demonstrated progression on pipeline construction projects.

Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of direct pipeline construction site experience for engineers.

• Minimum 5+ years for supervisors and superintendents.

• Experience across a complete pipeline project lifecycle from mobilisation through reinstatement.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Pipeline construction methodologies

• Welding and coating processes

• Productivity drivers

• Inspection and testing requirements

• Construction equipment and spread operations

Additional Requirements

• Fluent English (written and spoken)

• Ability to lead pre-start meetings and toolbox talks

• Strong reporting and stakeholder communication skills

• Mobility for site-based FIFO/DIDO assignments

• Willingness to relocate to Australia

• Valid driver's licence

• Strong safety record

• Medical fitness for remote project environments

• Australian work rights or eligibility for employer-sponsored visa pathways

Highly Desirable Experience

Candidates with any of the following will be highly regarded:

• Shore crossings

• HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling)

• HVDC cable landfall works

• Coastal pipeline projects

• Australian pipeline projects

• AS 2885 familiarity

• APGA environment exposure

• International project experience in:

  • Europe

  • Africa

  • Middle East

  • Pacific region

Additional competencies are advantageous:

• Welding inspection

• Coating inspection

• Surveying

• Environmental compliance

• Plant management

What the Client Offers

Career Growth

• Long-term pipeline and shore-crossing programme

• Progression from:

  • Supervisor → Superintendent

  • Site Engineer → Project Engineer

Major Infrastructure Projects

Join a specialist contractor delivering critical energy infrastructure across Australia and Papua New Guinea.

International Mobility

Relocation and sponsorship support for qualified international candidates.

Competitive Remuneration

Packages will be tailored according to:

• Experience

• Position level

• Project assignment

• Rotation pattern

Including applicable:

• Superannuation

• Site allowances

• Project incentives

About Easy Skill

Established in 2014, Easy Skill is an international recruitment, staffing, training and industrial services company supporting the mining, energy, oil & gas and infrastructure sectors.

With offices in Brisbane, Port Moresby, Nouméa, Lyon, Singapore and Antananarivo, we help clients build high-performing teams across major industrial projects worldwide.