Lead / Senior Civil Engineer

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood is recruiting for a Lead / Senior Civil Engineer to join our Minerals & Metals business, focusing on FEED / Execution to EPCM delivery on mining projects. This is a 6-month contract with possibility for extension ideal for someone looking to progress into a leadership role, supporting a major client based in Brisbane.

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Designing the future. Transforming the World.

Wood is at the forefront of engineering solutions for a net zero future.  Being part of Team Wood, means you're in a community unified by our vision, values and behaviours that support how we work together. So much of our success depends on feeling part of a team with people around us that we can rely on.

Our Vision:   Deliver Solutions that transform the world.

Our Values:   Care Courage Commitment

Leading the way in mineral processing and metallurgical refining, our expertise and presence span all commodities and geographies of the world - Australia, Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia. For over 60 years, from study through start-up, at pace and at scale, we have been advancing the world’s largest and most technically challenging mining projects across key commodities: 

• Lithium
• Nickel / Cobalt
• Copper
• Gold
• Rare Earths
• Iron Ore
• Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)

Reporting to the Structural Engineering Discipline Manager or appointed Team Lead, you will be working across FEED / Execution to EPCM delivery, with a focus on design. To be successful in your Lead / Senior Civil Engineering role, you will have prior Lead engineer level working experience  within an EPCM engineering environment with mining scope of work engagements.    

Responsibilities:

• Manage discipline design section for specific projects to ensure that designs are in accordance with project time, budget and technical requirements 
• Mentor, coach and guide less experienced staff to increase technical expertise of people, as well as knowledge of systems and procedures
• Accountable for the quality of deliverables of the discipline design section in line with the needs of the customer and regulatory authorities 
• Be responsible for the production and/or review of engineering deliverables including models, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, evaluations etc 
• Assist in setting man-hour budgets for engineering and drafting and recommend engagement of additional manning, as required 
• Monitor the progress and performance of your project or scope of work, give input and provide feedback and support where necessary 
• Assist in reviewing feasibility studies documentation and estimates 
• Assist in providing feedback to the Project Engineering Manager on design progress budget and schedule 
• Provide technical support to the onsite construction teams, projects department and estimating department 

At Wood, we look for innovative ideas and an agile approach to deliver the best possible outcomes and offer you an opportunity to progress and thrive by working collectively and making an active contribution.

You will bring to life Woods three pillar strategy of Inspired Culture, Delivery Excellence and Profitable Growth on the project. Leading by example, you will consistently display and enforce Wood values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe, reliable operations and client satisfaction.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.  

Expected:

You will be able to work lawfully in Australia and hold full working rights for this location. If you have a visa application in progress, you are also encouraged to apply. 

Ideally, you will be a suitably qualified engineer with a Bachelor's Civil Engineering degree or equivalent, from a recognized institution and have: 

• Familiarity with relevant standards and design guidelines to the civil engineering discipline 
• Experienced in performing Civil Design including detailed design of: 
  • Plant pad / terrace bulk earthworks and drainage
  • Road and drainage design
  • Technical specification preparation and bid evaluation
• Drive the design and drafting scopes independently  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with the client 
• Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize 
• Knowledge in the relevant software packages is beneficial (e.g. Open Roads, 12D and Civil3D)  

Desirable:

What will set you apart will be your previous experience working in a similar client facing leadership role on a major long term Engineering Service Contract in greenfield Mining.  

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow’s solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.  Wood encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.   

If you are a Lead / Senior Civil Engineer professional looking to take the lead on a major Engineering Service Contract - apply today! 

Shortlisting will commence immediately.