Senior Civil Engineer

Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds – A Rewarding Career and the North Queensland Lifestyle  

Generous Salary Package | 9-Day Fortnight | Flexible Hours | Career Growth | Diverse North Queensland Projects 

Looking for a career that doesn’t come at the expense of your lifestyle? 

We’re Flexible Because Life Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All 

This opportunity is available on either a full-time or part-time basis. We warmly welcome experienced professionals looking for a staggered return to work, greater flexibility, or the opportunity to balance a rewarding engineering career with family, lifestyle and everything Brisbane has to offer. 

At STP Consultants, you’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure and land development projects across North Queensland while enjoying the relaxed lifestyle that makes Townsville one of Queensland’s most livable regional cities. 

Whether you’re already based in Townsville, considering a move from a capital city, or looking to return home to North Queensland, this is an opportunity to build an exciting career without compromising on quality of life. 

Why You’ll Love Living and Working in Townsville  There’s a reason more professionals are choosing regional Queensland. 

Townsville offers all the career opportunities of a growing regional city, without the long commutes, rising living costs and fast-paced lifestyle of the capitals. 

• Finishing work and being at the beach in minutes.  
• Spending weekends exploring Magnetic Island, the Great Barrier Reef or North Queensland’s national parks.  
• Enjoying affordable housing and more space for your family.  
• A genuine work-life balance where your commute is measured in minutes, not hours.  
• Becoming part of a welcoming community while working on projects that shape the future of the region.  

What’s in it for you? 

• Competitive salary package 
• 9-day fortnight 
• Flexible working hours 
• Full-time or part-time options 
• Career progression into senior leadership 
• Professional development and CPD support 
• Diverse civil and infrastructure projects 
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Referral and recognition programs 
• Australian-owned consultancy with long-term stability 

The Opportunity  

You’ll take ownership of projects from concept through construction and building strong relationships with clients throughout North Queensland. 

You’ll be responsible for: 

• Leading civil engineering projects from feasibility through construction  
• Civil design including roads, drainage, pavements and earthworks  
• Stormwater management and Civil DA reports  
• Preparing tender and construction documentation  
• Contract administration and construction support  
• Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams  
• Client relationship management  
• Project planning, budgets and quality assurance  
• Mentoring and developing junior engineers  
• Contributing to the continued growth of our Brisbane team  

About You 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (essential) 
• 10+ years’ civil design consultancy experience  
• Strong stormwater, flood modelling and pavement design knowledge  
• Experience with 12D, AutoCAD, DRAINS, MUSIC or XPStorm will be highly regarded 
• Solid knowledge of Australian Standards, planning frameworks, and engineering codes 
• Sound understanding of Australian Standards and local authority requirements  
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team  
• RPEQ (or eligibility)  
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency  

About STP Consultants   

For more than 20 years, STP Consultants has been helping shape communities across Queensland. As a privately owned, multidisciplinary consultancy, we bring together expertise in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire and Seismic engineering to deliver a diverse range of projects across the state. 

At STP, our values, Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver and Engage, guide how we work with our clients and support one another every day. Our approachable leaders work alongside our teams, creating a collaborative environment where people are trusted, encouraged to share ideas and supported to grow their careers. 

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built. One where teamwork, technical excellence and genuine relationships come first, and where our people have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while building rewarding, long-term careers. 

Ready for a Career and a Lifestyle You’ll Love?  For an experienced Senior Civil Engineer ready to take the next step in a role that values your expertise, supports your career growth, and respects your lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you. 

Click Apply or send your CV and cover letter to careers@stpconsultants.com.au.