Wind Installation Engineer
BH-321152
Posted: 19/12/2025
- $85-$110/hr + Super
- Australia Western Australia East Perth
- Contract
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Alternative & Renewable Energy
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Mining
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Onshore Wind
Senior Project Engineer – Wind Installation
Location: Perth (office-based until May 2026), transitioning to site-based.
Roster: 5:2 (Perth) transitioning to 2:1 (site) - flexibility on Perth-based rosters available for interstate candidates.
Contract: 12 months + extension likely
Start: January 2026
Rates: $85-$110/hr + super
Why This Role?
This is the first-ever wind farm in the region, featuring new to market turbines with first-of-its-kind technology, a world-first at this scale. Turbines arrive June 2026, and we’re gearing up for a major installation phase.
The Role
Reporting to the Wind Installation Package Manager, you’ll play a key role in engineering and package management for turbine installation. This is not just site engineering – you’ll assist with contract awards, tendering, resource mobilisation, and technical oversight for the installation contractor and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Please apply via the links ASAP as shortlisting will commence immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Perth (office-based until May 2026), transitioning to site-based.
Roster: 5:2 (Perth) transitioning to 2:1 (site) - flexibility on Perth-based rosters available for interstate candidates.
Contract: 12 months + extension likely
Start: January 2026
Rates: $85-$110/hr + super
Why This Role?
- Be part of a game-changing renewable project using cutting-edge technology.
- Work with a strong, collaborative team in a supportive environment.
- Competitive hourly rates, job security (FID confirmed), and potential for long-term involvement.
- Camp accommodation ready January 2026.
- Opportunity for interstate candidates or overseas candidates who hold Australian working rights.
This is the first-ever wind farm in the region, featuring new to market turbines with first-of-its-kind technology, a world-first at this scale. Turbines arrive June 2026, and we’re gearing up for a major installation phase.
The Role
Reporting to the Wind Installation Package Manager, you’ll play a key role in engineering and package management for turbine installation. This is not just site engineering – you’ll assist with contract awards, tendering, resource mobilisation, and technical oversight for the installation contractor and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support tendering, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations for installation packages.
- Oversee procurement and mobilisation of installation equipment and resources.
- Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure compliance and quality.
- Monitor progress, resolve engineering issues, and manage installation requirements.
- Provide technical and commercial input to advance design and scheduling.
- Experience: Ideally, wind turbine installation experience. If not, strong Senior Project Engineer background in SMP and heavy lift projects.
- Qualifications: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree.
- Skills: Package management, contracts oversight, stakeholder coordination, problem-solving.
- Attributes: Excellent communication, teamwork, and ability to handle quality and technical challenges.
Please apply via the links ASAP as shortlisting will commence immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.