Senior Project Engineer – NPI
FIFO 2:1 | 12- month contract
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) to support the delivery of a major resources project.
This role will see you leading the end-to-end delivery of NPI scope, from design through to construction and commissioning, working closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery of NPI and camp infrastructure packages across project lifecycle
Develop and manage scopes including:
Bulk earthworks, buildings, and camp facilities
Utilities (power, water, sewer, communications)
Access roads, laydown areas, and supporting infrastructure
Coordinate interfaces between contractors, suppliers, and internal teams
Manage procurement activities including tenders, evaluations, and contracts
Oversee site execution to ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and safety standards
Monitor progress, risks, and project milestones
Resolve technical queries, design changes, and non-conformances
Support design reviews and safety processes (HAZID, HAZOP, constructability)
Ensure delivery meets safety, quality, environmental, schedule, and cost targets
What You'll need to have
Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
8+ years’ experience in mining, infrastructure, or heavy industry projects
Strong experience delivering Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) scope
Background in:
Civils and utilities
Camp / village infrastructure
Water systems and site services
Proven ability managing:
Contractors and suppliers
Project interfaces across multiple disciplines
Full project lifecycle (design to execution)
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on a large-scale, high-value project
Long-term contract with potential extensions
Perth-based initially with transition to site roster
Collaborative and high-performing project environment
About Airswift
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients.
With over 1000 employees and 9,000+ contractors operating in over 130 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry and the level of experience, exposure and expertise that the organization has is unparalleled.
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)
If you would like to be considered for the position, please apply directly to this advertisement or send your application via email to kashmera.vijayakumaran@airswift.com with your updated CV/ resume & contact details. Alternatively, you may contact Kash at + 61 08 62560338 for more information.