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We are looking for a Commissioning and Completions Engineer to join our CreekConnect team on the Upper South Creek Sydney Water JV. In this role, you will manage and supervise on-site commissioning activities across multiple project tranches, gaining hands-on experience with a variety of systems and infrastructure. You’ll work closely with contractors and stakeholders to ensure all systems are brought online safely and efficiently, while supporting on-time, to-specification project delivery. This role provides excellent long-term career opportunities, exposure to multiple phases of a large-scale project, and the chance to develop diverse technical and project management experience.

Upper South Creek Network Project:
Be part of a large-scale, long-term joint venture, CreekConnect, between Seymour Whyte and Jacobs, awarded by Sydney Water as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) project. As the region expands, so does the need for sustainable and resilient water solutions. The Upper South Creek Network will feature new wastewater pumping stations and gravity carriers, with the first work stage beginning before the year's end. The project also emphasises safety, digital engineering, and compliance with the latest standards, ensuring it meets future needs effectively.

About Seymour Whyte:

We are a successful civil contracting business that has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the Role:

• Manage and supervise on-site commissioning activities across multiple project tranches
• Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure all systems are tested, compliant, and operationally ready.
• Review and update commissioning plans and documentation including ITPs, ITRs, O&M manuals, and handover documents.
• Oversee equipment testing (FAT/SAT) and ensure adherence to Sydney Water technical specifications.
• Champion safety during commissioning and participate in safety, risk, and design workshops.
• Support operational readiness and long-term asset reliability, including training and spare parts planning.
• Monitor commissioning progress, compare actual versus expected timelines, and assist in resolving project issues.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline).
• Experience in commissioning or completion engineering within large infrastructure or water projects.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with contractors, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Safety-focused with the ability to participate in and contribute to HAZOP, CHAZOP, and risk workshops.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current C-Class Driver’s License.

Company Benefits:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).

• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program.
  

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Reference code: 494590

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.