Title:  Project Engineer

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

Join our Remediation Services team as a Project Site Engineer in this exciting dual office and site-based role. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day delivery and coordination of diverse remediation projects involving soil, water, waste, and civil works.

This dynamic position offers the perfect blend of technical project coordination and hands-on site supervision. You'll ensure all project delivery and site operations comply with health and safety standards, environmental regulations, legislative requirements, and Veolia's corporate policies.

What's on offer

• Excellent operational leader role with good career options

• Marketing leading global company with recognised brand reputation 

• Car Allowance, fuel card and opportunity to participate in annual bonus scheme

What you'll be responsible for

• Coordinate day-to-day delivery of remediation projects involving soil, water, waste, and civil works, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, environmental regulations, and legislative requirements

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and suppliers, developing and maintaining strong working relationships and effective stakeholder communication

• Manage waste logistics coordination with contractors and internal Veolia resources, including EPA transport certificates, permits, and regulatory compliance

• Implement and manage Veolia's Business Management Systems and project-specific management plans, participating in internal and external audits

• Advise on national EPA, WorkSafe, and regulatory requirements for waste transport and disposal across the Remediation group

• Participate in Emergency and Incident Management processes, taking a lead role in incident management as required

• Optimise operational resources and costs, identifying cost savings while maintaining operational objectives and overseeing purchasing approvals

• Establish and maintain supplier registers, negotiate contracts and rates, and manage financial administrative requirements in accordance with Veolia's policies and procedures

What you'll need to be successful

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

• Demonstrated experience delivering in-field remediation projects with practical knowledge of Quality, Environmental, and OH&S Management systems

• High-level communication and organisational skills with strong verbal and written communication abilities

• Contractor management experience in field-based or industrial environments, ideally with contract management in customer-facing roles

• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and ability to assess situations, determine urgency and risks, and make clear decisions

• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, team members, suppliers, and regulatory bodies

• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills with an open-minded, resilient, and adaptable approach

• Learning orientation - receptive to feedback, committed to self-development, and able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances

• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel and work away from home

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites.  We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

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Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.