Associate – Bridges & Structures
Location: Townsville | Shape Landmark Infrastructure Projects Across Australia
We're seeking a seasoned structural engineer looking to lead transformative infrastructure projects to join our Townsville team as Associate Engineer – Bridges & Structures. This is more than just a technical role — it's a strategic leadership opportunity for an engineer who thrives on responsibility, client engagement, and driving engineering excellence at scale.
You'll be a key member of our Bridges & Structures team, helping to secure and deliver high-profile projects with a focus on innovation, quality, and technical rigour, while playing a key part in mentoring talent and shaping the long‐term success of the group.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and review structural design across bridges, retaining walls, and complex transport infrastructure.
* Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‐quality engineering outcomes, on time and within budget.
* Oversee project delivery, ensuring robust design, compliance, and client satisfaction.
* Develop and strengthen relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
* Contribute to business development and strategic planning, including input into team resourcing and performance objectives.
* Support professional development and retention of junior engineers through coaching and mentoring.
About You
You are a senior engineer with strong technical capabilities and a track record of delivering major transport infrastructure projects. You're comfortable managing both people and complex designs — and ready to take the next step in your leadership career.
You Will Bring
* A Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
* 10+ years' experience in structural bridge design within the transport infrastructure sector (preferably NSW/Australia‐based).
* Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large‐scale engineering projects >$1M.
* Experience across highways, rail, or metro projects within multi‐disciplinary teams.
* High proficiency in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
* A strong technical writer capable of reviewing and producing high‐quality reports with minimal revision.
* A strategic mindset with an interest in business planning and team growth.
* Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally).
Why Join Us?
* Be part of iconic infrastructure projects that shape communities.
* Lead a passionate, collaborative team with clear growth opportunities.
* Flexible work environment that supports work‐life balance.
* Career progression with leadership development and support.
ANZ Tax Lead
We're seeking a commercially minded ANZ Tax Lead to drive regional tax governance, optimise outcomes, and partner with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Based in our Melbourne office, this is a high‐impact leadership role for a technically strong tax professional who thrives in a fast‐paced, multinational environment and can confidently navigate evolving global tax regulations.
Key Accountabilities
* Lead and manage complex corporate tax, VAT/GST and transfer pricing matters across the ANZ region.
* Drive implementation and ongoing compliance of Pillar Two regulations across ANZ.
* Oversee tax risk management, audits, governance and regulatory engagement.
* Partner with external advisors and auditors to ensure best‐practice compliance and reporting.
* Deliver effective tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for sustainable ETR savings.
* Lead preparation of consolidated tax effect accounting, statutory tax reporting, and related disclosures.
* Provide strategic guidance on CFCs, tax consolidation, foreign tax offsets and other international tax matters.
* Influence key business decisions through commercially focused tax advice.
About You
* Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline.
* CA/CPA, gained in a corporate or international Accounting firm, in a corporate tax specific function.
* Extensive experience across corporate tax within a multinational or large complex environment.
* Deep technical expertise in: Corporate tax; VAT/GST; Transfer pricing; CFC regimes; Tax consolidation; Foreign tax offsets.
* Proven experience implementing Pillar Two regulations in ANZ.
* Strong track record managing tax audits and working with external auditors/advisors.
* Demonstrated ability to drive efficiencies and deliver measurable ETR improvements.
* Excellent stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills.
Why Join Us?
* Strategic regional leadership role with strong executive visibility.
* Opportunity to shape tax strategy during a period of regulatory change.
* Collaborative, high‐performing and commercially focused environment.
* Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities.
SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‐equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career. As a family‐friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.
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