About WRDT

The West Region Delivery Team (WRDT) consortium comprises of Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure and Fulton Hogan for construction, Programmed for maintenance and facility management, and Stantec and Atlas for design and engineering.

WRDT operates under a collaborative contracting framework – Partnering for Success (P4S) – and is engaged in delivering design, construction, maintenance, and facility management services for Sydney Water’s 10-year infrastructure program across wastewater, water, and recycled water systems.

About the project

The Nepean Water Filtration Plant (WFP) Upgrade is a significant infrastructure project aimed at increasing the plant’s capacity to 33 megaliters per day - equivalent to filling 13 Olympic-sized swimming pools daily. This upgrade will enhance the water supply for over 50,000 people, ensuring a reliable and sustainable future for the region.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our team based on-site in Nepean.  This role will play a key part in ensuring the successful execution of mechanical works within the project. Day to day you will;

• Provide technical expertise in the planning and execution of mechanical works. 
• Work closely with subcontractors and internal teams to coordinate project activities, address technical challenges, and keep the project on track. 
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Ensure all mechanical works adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working on water treatment plants, or other water infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, risk management, and project delivery frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Why Abergeldie?

At Abergeldie, we don’t just build projects—we build better communities. As a locally owned contractor with 30 years of experience, we specialise in delivering complex infrastructure projects across water, bridges, transport, underground, energy, and remediation. Our success is built on our people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where talented professionals thrive.

Apply now or contact Hayley Urriola at hurriola@abergeldie.com for more information.