Site Engineer

ACCIONA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join our project delivery team for Western Harbour Tunnel - Stage 2, in Sydney. The role focuses on safety, quality, and timely delivery of a major harbour crossing project with excavation and underground works.

Key responsibilities include managing documentation, permits, cost reporting, procurement support, and coordinating with project teams to meet schedule targets while upholding safety and sustainability standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar role.
• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Proven experience in excavation or underground construction projects.
• Experience working on major Sydney road / tunnel infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality management systems.
• Ability to manage costs, productivity measures, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills with clients, supervisors, and project teams.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety, and sustainability principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage safety, construction, and quality documentation (SWMS, ITPs, procedures, permits).
• Administer contract works ensuring compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
• Manage permits, approvals, and ensure daily site activities align with design and specifications.
• Support planning, execution, and handover of project deliverables within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Assist with procurement, purchase orders, and material traceability.
• Track costs, monitor productivity, and prepare accurate daily/weekly/monthly reports.
• Contribute to look-ahead planning, scheduling, and coordination with supervisors and project teams.
• Undertake audits, maintain registers, and ensure Quality Management System compliance.
• Record and report daily progress, delays, variations, and subcontractor activities.
• Participate in inductions, pre-start meetings, and promote company policies and code of conduct.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Safety compliance

Quality Management

Communication

Cost reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

The Project
ACCIONA has been selected to deliver Western Harbour Tunnel - Stage 2, Sydney's third harbour crossing. The new Western Harbour Tunnel (WHT) will connect to WestConnex at the Rozelle Interchange, cross underneath Sydney Harbour between Birchgrove and Waverton, and connect with the Warringah Freeway near North Sydney.

Project scope includes:

• Construction of approximately 4.8 kilometres of mainline tunnels with three lanes in each direction
• Civil, Mechanical and Electrical fitout of Stage 1 and Stage 2 tunnels
• Surface level work, including on and off ramps and tie-in work to the Warringah Freeway

ACCIONA is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join our project delivery team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to large-scale infrastructure projects while ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability standards are met.

Specific Tasks Include

• Prepare and manage safety, construction, and quality documentation (SWMS, ITPs, procedures, permits).
• Administer contract works ensuring compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
• Manage permits, approvals, and ensure daily site activities align with design and specifications.
• Support planning, execution, and handover of project deliverables within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Assist with procurement, purchase orders, and material traceability.
• Track costs, monitor productivity, and prepare accurate daily/weekly/monthly reports.
• Contribute to look-ahead planning, scheduling, and coordination with supervisors and project teams.
• Undertake audits, maintain registers, and ensure Quality Management System compliance.
• Record and report daily progress, delays, variations, and subcontractor activities.
• Participate in inductions, pre-start meetings, and promote company policies and code of conduct.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prior experience in a similar role
• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Proven experience in excavation or underground construction projects
• Experience working on major Sydney road / tunnel infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality management systems.
• Ability to manage costs, productivity measures, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills with clients, supervisors, and project teams.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety, and sustainability principles

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.