Lead Civil Designer

2 days ago


Brisbane QLD, Australia Hatch Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Requisition ID: 96483

Job Category: Infrastructure; Engineering

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you

Hatch has an opportunity for a Lead Civil Designer to join our Highways & Bridges Team based in Brisbane. Reporting to the Principal Civil Engineer, you be working across a number of high-profile road and rail projects, while supporting local teams across the country.

As the successful candidate, you will:

  • Lead the geometric design, production and maintenance of technical and engineering drawings using 3D software as required.
  • Use knowledge and experience where appropriate to amend/progress the design detail provided by the engineers in order to meet project requirements, standards, industry norms, etc.
  • Undertaking self-checking of all drawings against the Quality Management System.
  • Attending project meetings and working closely with clients and Hatch management
  • Coordinating directly with engineers throughout the design process.
  • Ensuring design/drafting deliverables are completed on-time and within the specified project requirements.
  • Using the nominated Document Management System and applies appropriate revisioning of documents.
  • Interfacing with Hatch Global Project Centres, review the work being generated and undertaking any coordination required

You bring to the role:

  • A recognized diploma in civil engineering or equivalent from an accredited college/ TAFE.
  • At least 10+ years of experience as a civil designer with 12D. Civil3D or OpenRoads is a bonus.
  • Extensive project engineering experience in geometric design, primarily for state-government (TMR) related infrastructure projects such as highways, interchanges, busways, arterial roads, rural roads or rail.
  • Knowledge of industry or regulatory standards, regulations and codes pertinent to the design and systems related to the project.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills.

This is a tight-knit team where you will be working next to very experienced infrastructure leaders on local QLD projects in the short to medium term time frames. This is a chance to work with an Ex-TMR Regional Director and grow your experience and knowledge.

Salary will be based on experience. We are open to talking to designers anywhere from 10-25 years of experience as long as they have the initiative and willingness to work on a mix of large and small projects.

Why join us?

  • Work with great people to make a difference
  • Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
  • Top employer

What we offer you?

  • Flexible work environment
  • Long term career development
  • Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.


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