Civil Engineering Technician

Job Q; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

SNS TECH PTY LTD in Clayton, Victoria, is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to support field scoping, measurements and infrastructure planning for fibre, copper and HFC networks. You will assist engineers with design reviews, budgeting, and site assessments to ensure on-time project delivery.

The role requires a Diploma of Building and Construction, at least 12 months of Australian civil-technical experience, and a White Card.

Qualifications

• A Diploma of Building and Construction indicates formal understanding of construction planning and delivery.
• Experience interpreting drawings, preparing site sketches and supporting civil works.
• Ability to estimate material quantities, labour and costs while maintaining budgets.
• Knowledge of site safety, quality controls and relevant construction regulations.
• White Card and knowledge of NBN requirements are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field scoping and collect site measurements for civil projects.
• Prepare sketches, plans and tables supporting fibre, copper and HFC works.
• Assist engineers with infrastructure planning and design reviews.
• Interpret drawings to guide fieldwork and construction activities.
• Estimate material quantities, labour, and costs for budgets.
• Coordinate field teams and subcontractors delivering network upgrades.

Skills

Field measurements

Technical drawings

Cost estimation

Communication

Coordination

Education

Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Job description

#### Civil Engineering TechnicianClayton, VIC 3168Full Time#### Job descriptionPosition: Civil Engineering TechnicianPosition Type: Full TimeSalary: $83,000 p/a plus SuperEmployer Name: SNS TECH PTY LTDA.B.N. 20 625 231 512Job Location: 5/1 Garden Road, Clayton, VIC, 3168, AUSTRALIAAdvertising Period: 28 days - 6 Oct 2026 > 3 Nov 2026To Apply:Please include Reference: J1828-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV toSummaryOur client is seeking to add a Civil Engineering Technician to its team in Clayton, Victoria. SNS TECH PTY LTD delivers telecommunications and civil infrastructure solutions across Victoria, managing projects from field scoping and network design through construction, installation and maintenance. Its services support fibre, copper and HFC networks, with a focus on safety, quality and timely project delivery.The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:* Conduct field scoping and collect site measurements for telecommunications and associated civil infrastructure projects.* Prepare sketches, plans and tabulations supporting civil works for fibre, copper and HFC network installations.* Assist engineering professionals with infrastructure planning, design reviews and practical construction requirements.* Interpret project instructions, technical drawings and specifications to guide fieldwork and installation activities.* Collect and analyse field data, performing calculations to support infrastructure layouts and construction planning.* Conduct field tests of construction materials and soils, recording results against project specifications.* Estimate material quantities, labour requirements and construction costs to support project budgeting.* Coordinate field teams and subcontractors delivering NBN network upgrades and associated civil works.* Monitor resource allocation, material deliveries and work schedules to support timely project completion.* Conduct site risk assessments and monitor compliance with project safety and quality requirements.* Inspect civil works to verify conformity with specifications, regulatory requirements and contract provisions.* Assist with network integration, testing and troubleshooting following infrastructure installation or relocation.* Coordinate maintenance and repair activities for telecommunications infrastructure and associated civil assets.* Maintain project records, inspection reports, test results and technical documentation throughout project delivery.Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:* A Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), supporting technical understanding of construction planning, site operations and project delivery.* A minimum of 12 months' recent, directly relevant Australian experience in civil engineering technician or closely comparable roles.* Practical knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure projects involving fibre, copper or HFC networks and their associated civil construction requirements.* Ability to interpret technical drawings, prepare site sketches and collect accurate field measurements for infrastructure planning activities.* Competence in estimating material quantities, labour requirements and construction costs while maintaining accurate project budgets and records.* Understanding of construction material testing, site inspections and quality controls to verify compliance with approved project specifications.* Knowledge of site safety procedures, risk assessments and relevant NBN requirements, with a current construction induction White Card.* Effective communication and coordination skills to work with engineering professionals, field teams, subcontractors and network stakeholders throughout projects.To Apply:Please include Reference: J1828-Workforce in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV toDue to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.