Field Engineer - Electrical and Instrument

About us 

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. 

Responsibilities include:

• Provide day-to-day field engineering support and technical supervision for Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) construction activities.
• Monitor and verify contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and project requirements.
• Review and provide technical input on electrical and instrumentation drawings, including single-line diagrams, cable schedules, termination diagrams, instrument hook-ups, loop diagrams, layouts, and installation details.
• Monitor instrumentation installation, including field instruments, control panels, junction boxes, instrument cabling, tubing, impulse lines, and control systems.
• Coordinate and monitor cable pulling, glanding, termination, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor instrument installation and support loop checking, calibration, functional testing, and commissioning.
• Review contractor method statements, inspection requests, test reports, and quality documentation.
• Witness and verify electrical and instrumentation inspections and testing in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Identify construction issues, design discrepancies, and technical queries and coordinate with the PMC engineering team for resolution.
• Review RFI/TQ submissions, NCRs, punch lists, and site technical issues and ensure timely close-out.
• Monitor contractor progress against the approved construction schedule and milestones, identifying potential delays and recommending corrective actions.
• Coordinate E&I activities with Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Process, Piping, and Commissioning teams to ensure effective multidisciplinary execution.
• Ensure proper interface management between electrical, instrumentation, control systems, utilities, and other mining infrastructure facilities.
• Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements, including electrical safety, isolation/LOTO, working at height, excavation, lifting, and other site-specific requirements.
• Participate in site inspections, coordination meetings, progress meetings, construction reviews, and commissioning activities.
• Verify completed works and support preparation of as-built drawings, handover dossiers, test records, and final documentation.
• Support the PMC team in monitoring contractor performance, quality, schedule, and technical compliance throughout construction.
• Provide technical assistance during pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and handover activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Typically 8–12+ years of relevant experience in Electrical & Instrumentation construction, field engineering, or site supervision.
• Proven experience working on mining, mineral processing, mining infrastructure, heavy industry, or large industrial projects.
• Previous experience in a PMC, EPCM, EPC, or Owner's Engineer environment is highly preferred.
• Strong site experience in the installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Experience with MV/LV systems, substations, switchgear, MCCs, transformers, cables, earthing, lighting, and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with instrumentation systems, including field instruments, control valves, junction boxes, instrument cabling, loop checking, calibration, and functional testing.
• Ability to interpret and review electrical and instrumentation drawings, datasheets, specifications, cable schedules, termination diagrams, loop diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Good understanding of electrical and instrumentation construction methodologies, inspection and testing requirements, and commissioning practices.
• Familiarity with applicable IEC, IEEE, NFPA, ISA, and relevant local/project standards.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC requirements, ITPs, NCRs, punch lists, and construction documentation.
• Good understanding of HSE requirements and safe work practices in a mining/construction environment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary PMC teams.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Willingness to work on a remote mining project/site rotation, if required

Compliance: 

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting continuous environmental performance improvement.
• Promote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by supporting the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) in compliance with ISO 45001, identifying hazards, assessing risks, and driving continuous improvement in workplace safety.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of the Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) in accordance with ISO 37001, ensuring compliance with anti-bribery policies, due diligence, and promoting a culture of integrity and transparency.
• Employees are expected to comply with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System by following established procedures, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to continual improvement. This ensures alignment with the organization's commitment to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.