The Opportunity

Our client who is a first class civil engineering consultancy who is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their experienced Cairns-based engineering team.

This is an opportunity to apply your technical skills to projects that have a genuine impact, from roads that connect communities and drainage systems that protect property, through to bridges, culverts, water infrastructure and land development projects.

This consultancy provides civil engineering and project management services across government, private development, infrastructure and regional projects throughout Far North Queensland and beyond. Their project portfolio includes roads and drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure, subdivisions, bridge and crossing works, airports and major infrastructure projects.

The Role

You will be a hands-on member of the engineering team, contributing to the planning, design and delivery of a broad range of civil infrastructure projects.

This is more than producing drawings and technical reports. You will see projects progress from concept and design through to construction and completion, working alongside experienced engineers, clients, contractors and other stakeholders.

• Your responsibilities will include:Developing practical and cost-effective civil infrastructure designs
• Supporting road, drainage, stormwater, water and land development projects
• Preparing technical drawings, documentation and engineering reports
• Assisting with project delivery and undertaking site inspections
• Monitoring construction outcomes, quality and project requirements
• Identifying technical issues and developing practical solutions
• Supporting approvals, compliance and stakeholder requirements
• Liaising professionally with clients, contractors and project stakeholders
• Working closely with senior engineers while developing your technical capability

About You

You will be a motivated Civil Engineer who enjoys civil design, practical problem solving and wants exposure to a diverse range of projects.

You will ideally have:

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering
• Practical experience in civil design is a must
• Exposure to roads, drainage, stormwater, water, subdivisions or similar projects
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and an ability to manage competing priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• A practical approach to engineering and project delivery
• Current driver's licence and willingness to attend project sites

This role could suit an early-career Civil Engineer looking to build broader consulting experience, or an Engineer with several years of experience seeking greater project variety and responsibility.

Why Join This Engineering Consultancy?

They offer the opportunity to work alongside experienced Civil Engineers and project professionals on projects across both metropolitan and regional environments. The business places a strong emphasis on professional development, practical experience, integrity and delivering quality outcomes for its clients.

• Job Offer$75,000 - $85,000 + super, negotiable based on experience
• Relocation assistance available
• Diverse civil projects from concept and design through to construction
• Exposure to roads, drainage, water, infrastructure and land development
• Hands-on project and site experience
• Mentoring from experienced senior engineers
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and influence project outcomes
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Long-term career stability and genuine project variety

How To Apply

To build your career with a company that values quality engineering, practical solutions and the work you deliver, please click Apply and please include any civil design experience you have undertaken in your application.

About Us

• With Head Office in Cairns and offices in Townsville and Brisbane. We specialise in professional, administration, engineering and industrial recruitment, permanent and temporary placements for both commercial and government enterprise. We are proud to connect great people with meaningful careers.