Senior Site Engineer FIFO - Earthworks & Dam Construction

Knight Piésold

Perth

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Knight Piésold Australia is seeking an experienced civil/geotechnical engineer to lead earthwork construction projects on-site. The role focuses on planning, QA/QC, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams across mining projects, ensuring compliance with codes and Knight Piésold standards.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical/water resources, 10 years in geotechnical design and construction, and a proven ability to review methodologies, produce technical reports, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geotechnical or water resources required.
10 years of experience in geotechnical structures design and construction projects, particularly in mining infrastructure.
Ability to read, analyse and interpret engineering reports and write technical reports and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

Maintain quality control of earthworks and surrounding infrastructure on site.
Actively participate in assigned teams to provide technical skills and support to projects.
Record observations, analysis results, assumptions and conclusions into written reports.
Review Contractor methodologies, plans and ITPs to ensure technical requirements.
Review Contractor fleet to ensure sufficiency to meet the schedule and cost requirements.
Ensure Contractors meet site safety and environmental standards at all times.
Ensure Contractors meet project specification and QC requirements; work with Contractor personnel to optimise schedule and cost.
Review progress and highlight areas behind schedule; develop remedial action.
Participate in site meetings and discussions.
Prepare Daily and Weekly Site Reports covering safety, environment, quality and schedule.
Prepare a final Construction Report on project completion.