Engineering Manager

• Based in Melbourne (Southbank)
• Lead a High‑Performing Multi‑Disciplinary Engineering Team
• Shape Technical Excellence Across Major Fuels & Energy Projects

About The Role

UGL is a leading provider of engineering, construction and maintenance services supporting Australia’s essential industries. We deliver safe, innovative solutions and partner with some of the world’s largest companies across energy, resources, transport and defence.

 We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our Fuels, Refining & Engineering (F&EE) team, with a strong focus on the ATOM contract. In this senior leadership role, you will drive engineering excellence, manage a high‑performing multi‑disciplinary team, and ensure delivery of safe, compliant and innovative engineering outcomes.

 You will champion best practice, optimise workflows, streamline design processes, and deliver high‑value solutions that support both client needs and UGL’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Lead and manage a multi‑disciplinary engineering team to deliver high‑quality, compliant engineering outcomes.
• Oversee engineering design deliverables, interface management, and technical governance across all projects.
• Drive process improvements, streamline workflows, and champion best‑practice engineering standards.
• Collaborate with clients to develop effective, practical engineering solutions that meet project and regulatory requirements.
• Manage system engineering processes, including requirements management, RAMS, risk assessments and integration activities.
• Provide leadership on design reviews, change management and issue resolution to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
• Support development and delivery of construction work packages and ensure accuracy of as‑built documentation.
• Contribute to commercial activities such as tenders, EOIs and risk management assessments.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering with 15+ years’ senior‑level experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience leading multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong background in engineering design principles, project execution and maintenance planning systems.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving capability across complex engineering environments.
• Highly developed communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and deliver to deadlines.
• Strong understanding of contract environments and stakeholder management.
• RPEQ and/or RPEV (or eligibility) required.

 What Makes You Right for UGL

• A genuine commitment to safety, quality and engineering excellence.
• Ability to inspire and lead a high‑performing engineering team.
• An innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Strong collaboration skills and a drive to deliver value for clients.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to technical and organisational challenges.

About Us

UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end‑to‑end engineering, construction and maintenance services. We operate across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence.

We partner with major blue‑chip organisations and government agencies and are part of the CIMIC Group. As a diverse and inclusive organisation, UGL values the unique experiences and perspectives our people bring. We foster an environment where talent and capability can grow and thrive. Please note that pre‑employment checks—including national police clearance and medical assessment—form part of the recruitment process.