- Be at the forefront of field delivery, leading commissioning activities
- 15/13 roster | Travel to regional and remote sites | FIFO ex Brisbane OR Live Local
- Surat Basin based
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About the role
Join Origin’s CSG team as a Field Commissioning Engineer and be part of bringing major energy projects to life.
Based in Surat Basin on a 15/13 roster, you'll travel to regional and remote sites across Queensland, working hands-on with field teams, contractors and operations crews to get new infrastructure safely commissioned and ready for service. This is a great opportunity for a trade-qualified professional who enjoys being on site, solving real-world problems and seeing projects through from construction to start-up. (FIFO ex Brisbane or Live Local)
You'll play a key role in testing, energising and commissioning field equipment, making sure assets are safe, reliable and ready for long-term operation.
Why the role matters
- Be out in the field, not stuck behind a desk, working on critical energy infrastructure.
- Coordinate commissioning and start-up activities across gathering systems and field facilities.
- Work alongside experienced tradespeople, operators, project teams and contractors.
- Use your practical problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and get equipment running safely and efficiently.
- Support the testing, energisation and handover of new assets into operations.
- Contribute to projects that power homes, businesses and communities across Australia.
- Be part of a team that values safety, teamwork and getting the job done right.
What will you bring?
- Experience in commissioning, maintenance, construction, operations or project delivery within energy, resources, infrastructure, manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.
- A trade qualification in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
- Engineering qualifications are welcome, but this role is equally suited to experienced trade professionals with strong commissioning and field experience.
- A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in the field.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with contractors, operators and project teams.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and keep work progressing safely on site.
- A genuine commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
Surat Basin based | 15/13 roster | Travel to regional and remote sites | Competitive salary, benefits and career development opportunities | FIFO ex Brisbane OR Live Local
So, why join us?
- Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
- 21 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
- Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
- Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
- Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
- A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!
Origin - Where good change happens
At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.
Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/
Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.