Senior Bridge & Structures Engineer

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Government is seeking a Fixed Term Structural Engineer to inspect bridges and road structures, ensuring safety and performance across Victoria. You will monitor conditions using specialised tools and plan maintenance to inform investment priorities.

You will manage projects, coordinate resources and deliver outcomes while engaging stakeholders to support continuous improvement and capability development within the structural engineering function.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering, a solid understanding of road structure types and elements, and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety principles (mandatory).
• Experience in bridge inspection or construction, with knowledge of project management and asset management practices.
• A current and valid driver licence, willingness to undertake statewide travel and overnight stays, flexibility to work outside ordinary hours when required, and the ability to meet medical and safety compliance requirements (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Inspects and assesses bridges and road structures to help maintain safety, performance and service levels.
• Monitor structural condition using specialised tools and data, identify deterioration issues and advise on maintenance and investment priorities.
• Manage projects, including planning, scheduling resources and overseeing delivery outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, influence decisions and contribute to continuous improvement and team capability development.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Asset management

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Inspection tools

Job description

Victorian Government is seeking a Fixed Term Structural Engineer to inspect bridges and road structures, ensuring safety and performance across Victoria. You will monitor conditions using specialised tools and plan maintenance to inform investment priorities.

You will manage projects, coordinate resources and deliver outcomes while engaging stakeholders to support continuous improvement and capability development within the structural engineering function.