Civil Designer

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Arrangements

Additional Superannuation: 2.5%

Income Protection Insurance

Parental and Volunteer Leave

Novated Leasing

Wellbeing Programs

Learning and Development Opportunities

Performance Incentives

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is seeking an experienced Civil Designer to join our Perth team. You will contribute to design and delivery of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), water management infrastructure, and large-scale earthworks across Australia and internationally.

Leveraging your 5+ years' experience, you’ll develop innovative 3D models, produce construction-ready drawings, and mentor junior team members while collaborating with civil, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in civil design and drafting in mining/resources/infrastructure sectors.
• Advanced proficiency with 12d, Civil 3D and AutoCAD for 3D earthworks and mine infrastructure models.
• Experience designing and modelling TSFs, embankment raises, drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and large-scale earthworks.
• Experience producing earthworks models, quantity calculations, staging plans, and construction-ready documentation.
• Strong understanding of mine waste management infrastructure, dam safety principles, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed civil designs.
• Create, manage, and optimise complex 3D models for TSFs and mining infrastructure.
• Design and document tailings embankments, drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and earthworks.
• Produce construction-ready drawings, digital deliverables, earthworks quantities, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists to deliver integrated project outcomes.
• Review and optimise designs to ensure compliance with project standards and client requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers.

Skills

Civil design

3D modelling

12d

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

TSF design

Earthworks modelling

Education

Diploma or higher in Civil Eng

Tools

12d

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we combine global technical expertise with local insight to deliver practical, risk-informed solutions to some of the world's most complex engineering and environmental challenges.

Guided by our purpose of Sustaining the Future and our ambition of Globally Connected Excellence, we work alongside our clients to deliver projects that strengthen resilience, support responsible resource development, and create lasting benefits for future generations.

Who We're Looking For

As our Perth team continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Civil Designer to join our collaborative team of civil, geotechnical, water resources, and geological professionals.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and wants to play a key role in the delivery of some of the mining industry's most significant tailings and mine waste infrastructure projects. Working alongside recognised specialists, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), water management infrastructure, and large-scale earthworks projects across Australia and internationally.

Leveraging your design and modelling expertise, you'll develop innovative and practical solutions, create complex 3D models, produce construction-ready documentation, and support the development of junior team members while contributing to a culture of technical excellence.

What You'll Do

Lead the development of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed civil designs.

Create, manage, and optimise complex 3D models for TSFs and associated mining infrastructure.

Design and document tailings embankments, embankment raises, drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and large-scale earthworks.

Produce construction-ready drawings, digital deliverables, earthworks quantities, and design documentation.

Apply advanced modelling skills to develop efficient, accurate, and practical design solutions.

Collaborate with civil, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, and geological specialists to deliver integrated project outcomes.

Review and optimise designs to ensure compliance with project standards, client requirements, and industry best practice.

Contribute technical input during design reviews, project planning, and problem‑solving activities.

Support continuous improvement initiatives across design processes, modelling standards, and digital delivery workflows.

Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers.

What You'll Bring

5+ years' experience in civil design and drafting, ideally within the mining, resources, water, or infrastructure sectors.

Advanced proficiency with 12d, Civil 3D and AutoCAD, including the development of detailed 3D earthworks and mine infrastructure models.

Demonstrated experience designing and modelling TSFs, embankment raises, drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and large-scale earthworks.

Experience producing earthworks models, quantity calculations, staging plans, and construction‑ready documentation.

Strong understanding of mine waste management infrastructure, dam safety principles, and relevant industry standards.

Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, or a related discipline.

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality design outcomes.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to work independently while contributing positively to multidisciplinary project teams.

Experience mentoring or supporting the development of junior designers will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

At KCB, you'll enjoy the opportunities of a global consultancy while remaining connected to a supportive and accessible local team. You'll work alongside recognised industry leaders on some of the mining sector's most technically challenging and rewarding projects.

In addition, we offer:

Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to help secure your future.

Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.

Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.

Purchase Leave: Up to 15 additional annual leave days per year.

Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.

Hybrid Working Arrangements: Greater flexibility in how you work.

Wellbeing Programs: Initiatives that support your social, mental, and physical wellbeing.

Learning and Development Opportunities: Ongoing professional growth and career development.

Performance Incentives: Additional incentives may be available based on company, business unit, and individual performance.

About Us

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience, and environmental services globally. With offices across Australia, Canada, the USA, the UK, Brazil, and Peru, we deliver practical solutions to complex challenges in mining, water resources, power, transportation, and the environment.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. KCB is proud to be an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2025).

KCB is an award‑winning multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe we collaborate globally to solve complex challenges.