About TSSP Phase 3
The PNG–Australia Transport Sector Support Program Phase 3 (TSSP3) is a critical, high-priority Australian investment that stands to make a major contribution to PNG development outcomes.
Working closely with the Government of PNG (GoPNG), TSSP3 will build on the significant body of achievements, lessons, and relationships from the past 17 years of operation and will continue to contribute to the achievement of the overarching goal of: A more effective, efficient, and inclusive transport system, enabling the economic and social development of PNG.’
Gender Equity, Disability Equity, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Social and Environmental Safeguards, Locally Led Development (LLD), Climate Change and Disaster Resilience (CCDR) and Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting (MERLA) are a key focus for the program and are integrated into all of TSSP3’s activities and operations.
This phase of TSSP3 will run from November 2023 to November 2028.
The Role
TSSP3 will support the effective and efficient planning and delivery of road maintenance and rehabilitation contracts in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (ARoB) through the Bougainville Project Management Office (BPMO). The BPMO supports the Department of Technical Services (DTS) of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) to maintain and upgrade transport infrastructure.
The Project Engineer will be responsible for the preparation, supervision and contract administration of the TSSP-funded road
and bridge maintenance and rehabilitation projects in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville in accordance with the Contract, ensuring accountability and effective implementation of the works. The Project Engineer will report to the TSSP3 Bougainville Lead and will liaise closely with the Department of Infrastructure and Utilities (DIU) of Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG). The Project Engineer will be based full-time in Arawa or within project area as required and will travel frequently to project sites predominantly located on Bougainville Island with some travel to Buka Island.
The Project Engineer will work with BPMO staff including Bougainville Lead and Road Engineer for effective and efficient delivery of road and bridge maintenance and rehabilitation projects.
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About You
Essential experience and knowledge
· Tertiary engineering qualifications and eligibility for membership of Institution of Engineers PNG or equivalent
· At least 5 years of experience in the supervision of road maintenance and construction works including in PNG or other developing countries or remote locations
· Demonstrated experience and strong capabilities in contract supervision and contract administration
· Initiative and ability to work for extended periods with no direct supervision
· Proven ability to communicate with counterparts and operate effectively in a cross-cultural environment
· Working knowledge and experience on cross cutting themes including GEDSI, safeguarding and child protection, and
environmental and development issues
· The ability to uphold the credibility of TSSP3
· Familiarity (or demonstrated ability to gain familiarity) with ABG and PNG DoWH contract procedures and financial systems
· Ability to mentor technical counterpart personnel
· Holds a current, valid driver’s license and is competent in operating a manual transmission 4x4 vehicle for project-related
travel and fieldwork
· Willingness to conduct regular field trips
· Fluent in Tok Pisin
Personal attributes
· Strong interpersonal, communication, representational and cross-cultural skills, cultural appreciation, and awareness of the importance of engaging and maintaining constructive relationships with relevant stakeholders.
· Ability to apply independent judgement and influence, and develop consensus on difficult and controversial issues, balancing multiple stakeholder expectations and objectives.
· Ability to work autonomously with a firm commitment to teamwork.
· Ability to coach, mentor and upskill other people and ability to build effective relationships.
· Patience, tolerance, resilience, flexibility, and preparedness to work with limited resources in a remote area within a challenging, developing country environment
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday, 30 November 2025 / 11:59pm AEST
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will
be contacted.
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