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Senior / principal structural engineer - dams

Newcastle
Aecom
Structural engineer
Posted: 4 June
Offer description

* Full-time
* Business Group: DCS
* Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
* Business Line: Water
* Work Location Model: Hybrid
* Operating Group: International
* Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD
Job Description

AECOM is delivering some of Australia's most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across the country.

As part of our industry leading Dams team, you'll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction, and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions and mentor the next generation of engineers.

With AECOM's flexibility, base yourself in either our Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Sydney, Perth or Melbourne offices.

How you'll make a difference:

* Structural analysis and review of concrete dams, spillways and appurtenant structures.
* Conceptual to detailed design of dams and structural components of dams.
* Inspection, investigation and condition assessment of existing dams.
* Construction support services including inspection of works, evaluation of quality control and quality assurance data and construction reporting.
* Preparation of tenders and proposals & providing mentoring.
Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive:

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

* Demonstrated capability in structural design, including the preparation of design reports, design drawings and specifications, ideally within the dam industry.
* You are positive, and see challenges as opportunities to innovate, collaborate and grow.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* You enjoy developing and nurturing relationships with internal stakeholders, clients as well as the local industry, whether through project work, client initiatives or industry associations.
* A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline (essential).
Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us

* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
* Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
* Volunteer and representation leave
* Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we, our clients and our communities live and work throughout Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

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