Forensic Structural Engineer

Structerre Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development programs

Supportive culture

Mentorship from leaders

Exclusive employee discounts

Meaningful career

Job summary

Structerre Consulting in Melbourne, VIC, seeks a Forensic Structural Engineer to deliver inspections, investigations and technical advice on building projects. You will prepare detailed reports and recommendations while collaborating with clients, builders and internal stakeholders.

You will work with a high-performing team, mentor junior engineers and contribute to the ongoing improvement of engineering practices through professional development and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural) with eligibility for CPE registration.
• Strong knowledge of NCC, Australian Standards, and residential construction.
• Experience preparing technical reports and providing practical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural inspections and investigations with clear reports.
• Deliver forensic engineering advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and service quality.
• Mentor junior engineers through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to engineering practices through professional development and leadership.

Skills

Structural engineering knowledge

Client relations

Report writing

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural)

Eligibility for CPE registration

Job description

Established in 1980, Structerre Consulting has become a trusted leader in the Australian construction industry. Our expertise spans structural, civil, and geotechnical engineering, supported by integrated services including site investigations, laboratory testing, surveying, inspections, and energy assessments. With a practical, client-focused approach, we help shape projects nationwide and deliver quality outcomes with confidence.

Structerre Consulting is backed by Five Group, a national network of engineering, surveying, consulting, and professional services businesses. Through this connection, we benefit from shared expertise, strong operational support, and a collaborative network that strengthens our capability and creates opportunities for our people and clients across Australia and South-East Asia.

Location: Melbourne, VIC (with travel to sites across Victoria)

Our Benefits

• Core office hours that offer flexibility
• Employee Assistance Program and self-care programs
• Access to a range of internal and external professional development programs
• Positive and nurturing culture
• Recognition, rewards, and mentorship from exceptional leaders
• Exclusive employee discounts
• A meaningful, rewarding career within a supportive team

Your Role

As a ForensicStructuralEngineer, you’ll bring your structural engineering expertise to deliver high-quality inspections, investigations and technical advice for building projects. Working closely with clients, builders and internal stakeholders, you'll provide practical engineering solutions, detailed reports and recommendations, while contributing to the development of a high-performing engineering team.

You Will

• Conduct structural inspections and investigations, providing clear technical reports and recommendations based on site observations.
• Deliver technical and forensic engineering advice to clients, colleagues and key stakeholders.
• Build strong client relationships by managing expectations and providing exceptional customer service.
• Support and mentor junior engineers through technical guidance, coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices through professional development, research and technical leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural) or equivalent, with eligibility for registration as a Certified Practising Engineer.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural engineering principles, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards and residential construction practices.
• Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality technical reports and providing practical engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a strong customer-focused approach.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and collaborate effective within a team environment.

Recruitment agencies: our Talent Acquisition team recruits directly and will contact selected partners if external support is required.