Senior Civil/structural drafter

Water Technology; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Family friendly workplace

Dog-friendly offices

Employee shares scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Wellness allowance

Novated lease

Purchased annual leave

Job summary

Water Technology, an employee-owned Australian consulting firm, seeks a Senior Civil/Structural Drafter to lead drafting capabilities and transform concepts into high-quality drawings for water-related projects.

You will work with engineers and project managers, produce detailed drawings, integrate survey data, ensure compliance, and help deliver sustainable infrastructure.

Hybrid work, employee ownership, and opportunities for innovation are part of our collaborative One Water Tech culture.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering drafting qualification (CIV/BE) with CAD proficiency.
• Minimum 5–10 years' drafting/engineering experience in civil, environmental or structural fields.
• Experience with civil design software 12D and surface modelling.
• Experience using AutoCAD or Revit for steel and RC detailing; GIS is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop civil and structural drafting capability.
• Develop internal drafting standards and procedures.
• Produce accurate civil, environmental and structural drawings using CAD.
• Develop plans, profiles, cross-sections and utility layouts.
• Integrate survey data and engineering calculations into drawings.
• Ensure drawings comply with project requirements and standards.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

12D

AutoCAD

Revit

GIS (QGIS)

Job description

Water Technology is an employee-owned Australian consulting company shaping the future of water, environment and coastal management. For over 25 years, we have partnered with government, industry and communities to deliver innovative solutions across water resources, flooding, coastal and marine environments, ecology, infrastructure and environmental management. Our people combine technical excellence with a passion for creating sustainable outcomes that help communities, waterways and environments thrive.

We are seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Drafter to join our growing team. We are looking for a motivated person who will play a key part in leading Water Technology’s drafting capability and is passionate about innovation in this space. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and project managers to transform civil, environmental and structural engineering concepts into high-quality technical drawings and documentation for a diverse range of water-related projects. You will play an important role in helping deliver sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions.
Key Outcomes

• Assist in leading an expanded civil and structural drafting capability within Water Technology.
• Assist in developing internal drafting standards, procedures and drive innovation in software, visualisation and engineering integration.
• Produce accurate and detailed civil, environmental and structural drawings using CAD software.
• Develop plans, profiles, cross-sections, utility layouts and technical details that support project delivery.
• Integrate survey data, engineering calculations and technical information into drafting outputs.
• Ensure drawings comply with project requirements, drafting standards, environmental regulations and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time, within budget and to a high technical standard.

You are a detail-oriented drafter who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality technical documentation. You are comfortable managing competing priorities, building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, and contributing to sustainable engineering outcomes. You'll be someone who embraces our One Water Tech approach and enjoys being part of a team committed to knowledge sharing, innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills & Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting or a Bachelor of Engineering with CAD proficiency.
• Minimum 5-10 years' experience as a Drafter or Engineer in a relevant civil, environmental or structural field.
• Experience with civil design software such as 12D, including surface modelling, cross-sections and service coordination.
• Experience using structural drafting software such as AutoCAD or Revit, including steel and reinforced concrete detailing.
• Strong communication, organisation and time management skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. GIS experience (QGIS or similar) will be highly regarded.

What our people enjoy

• Hybrid work arrangement and flexibility
• Family friendly workplace
• Some of our offices also allow dogs
• Employee shares scheme (we are employee owned)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Company wide wellness programs and an annual $100 wellness allowance
• Novated lease
• Purchased annual leave

We do not use AI screening tools. Your application will be assessed by our experience recruiter and discipline hiring team. We do use AI during the recruitment process for interview note taking and reporting.

We don't oppose you using AI in your job application process, but we may ask you how, at what point and your reasoning so we can understand how candidate approach and behaviours evolve with technology in the job search process, so we can adapt our processes accordingly.

We are currently not accepting candidate profiles or resumes from recruitment agencies.
Water Technology is proud to contribute to the increasing diversity of the Australian workforce. Supporting equity and diversity means supporting opportunities for all candidates to find suitable employment. As an inclusive recruiter and employer, we recognise individual differences, embrace individual strengths and look for opportunities for everyone to achieve their full potential. Our recruitment upholds the principles of merit and equity, and we welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ and mature age workers.
Research shows that women often hesitate to apply for a job unless they meet 100% of the selection criteria, while men are more inclined to apply with just 60%.
Life teaches us a lot, so if you believe you have what it takes, even if not all the criteria are met, we encourage you to apply.