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Electrical or project engineer
Applies electrical engineering or project delivery skills to power, controls and infrastructure work within the stated design and approval scope.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$135k–$200kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextSite rosters commonly include 8/6 or 2/1; project and Perth-based roles can differ.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Applies electrical engineering or project delivery skills to power, controls and infrastructure work within the stated design and approval scope. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Define electrical scope and design inputs
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Review equipment and construction interfaces
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Manage technical change, testing and handover
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Engineering drawings and calculations
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Power and control studies
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Project schedules and change records
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Relevant engineering degree and practical discipline competence
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Registration when required by jurisdiction and service
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Site engineering delegation and review arrangements
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Design boundary and calculations
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Decision or change personally owned
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Verification and handover records
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Complete electrical engineering study
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Build site project and operations exposure
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Take supervised design or project packages
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.