Accelerate Your Electrical Engineering Career — On Site, With the Experts Who Power Queensland 

Stanwell is launching its Engineering Career Acceleration Program, designed for early-career engineers who want more than a desk job. Whether you're a recent graduate or have up to five years of post-grad experience, this is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience at Stanwell Power Station, just 30 minutes from Rockhampton. 

Why Choose Stanwell? 

• Real-World Experience: From day one, you’ll be on site walking the plant, working with equipment, and collaborating with the people who keep it running. 

• Learn from Industry Leaders: Work alongside RPEQ qualified engineers and seasoned professionals passionate about mentoring the next generation. 

• Tailored Development: Accelerate your growth with a personalised development path and exposure to diverse engineering challenges. 

• Flexible Start: No fixed start date, we’re ready when you are. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Explore all aspects of a coal-fired power plant, including electrical, instrumentation, and control systems. 

• Work hands-on with equipment such as: 

  • Power Transformers Generators 
  • HV/LV Rotating Machines 
  • Protection Systems
  • HV/LV Switchboards 
  • Distributed Control Systems and PLCs 
  • Instrumentation systems (pressure, level, temperature, analytical) Conduct testing using advanced equipment (e.g. Omicron, Megger, Doble). 

• Collaborate on fault analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations. 

• Assist in preparing schematics, logic diagrams, commissioning plans, and technical documentation. 

• Contribute to a strong safety culture and follow all HSE protocols. 

What You’ll Get 

• 4-Day Working Week: More time for life beyond work. 

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your experience and prior career background. 

• Professional Development: Supported by our Learning & Capability team and Graduate Development Program. 

• Relocation Support: We’ll help you move and settle into the Rockhampton region. 

• Mentorship: Real guidance from professionals who want to see you succeed. 

About You 

• Completing or recently completed a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (within the last five years) 

• Passionate about power generation, high-voltage systems, and instrumentation and control 

• Willing to relocate to the Rockhampton region — relocation assistance provided 

• Hold full working rights in Australia and a valid driver’s licence 

What to Expect from the Process 

• Application – Tell us what drives you 

• Video Interview – Show us your personality and potential 

• Site Engagement Centre – Meet the team, walk the site, and explore your future home 

• Pre-employment screening - Background and reference checks, medical and right to work 

This is your chance to build a meaningful engineering career — not from the sidelines, but right where the work gets done. Join us at Stanwell Power Station — where experience meets energy, and your future takes off.