Site Engineer: Demolition & Decommissioning Lead on Site

DEMEX; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Salary sacrificing

Novated leasing

DEMEXION Values Champion Award

Reward program

Job summary

DEMEX is seeking a Site Engineer to take ownership on on-site demolition projects and deliver safe, compliant work packages. The role emphasizes technical guidance, planning and risk management, with career growth opportunities within a nationally accredited, ISO-certified team.

The role supports travel to regional sites, early starts, and close collaboration with Project Managers, Supervisors and subcontractors to meet project specs and timelines.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' engineering experience across demolition, remediation, industrial, commercial construction, mining or related projects.
• Experience in engineering planning, methodology development and work package preparation.
• Growing understanding of construction sequencing, demolition methodologies and technical risk management.
• Solid grasp of QA systems, engineering compliance and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally with occasional early starts (6:30am).

Responsibilities

• Create safe & healthy workplaces by championing HSEQ and embedding safety controls.
• Provide technical guidance: develop demolition and construction methodologies, sequences and plans; interpret drawings, specs and contracts.
• Plan the work: build and maintain work packs, coordinate permits, drawings, risk assessments and resources; test constructability.
• Own quality & compliance: manage ITPs, inspections and engineering records; ensure works meet specs and contractual requirements with minimal rework.
• Manage technical risk: identify demolition, decommissioning and operational risks; develop engineering controls.

Skills

Engineering experience

Demolition & remediation

QA & compliance

Safety awareness

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Construction)

Tools

Project scheduling software

Job description

DEMEX is seeking a Site Engineer to take ownership on on-site demolition projects and deliver safe, compliant work packages. The role emphasizes technical guidance, planning and risk management, with career growth opportunities within a nationally accredited, ISO-certified team.

The role supports travel to regional sites, early starts, and close collaboration with Project Managers, Supervisors and subcontractors to meet project specs and timelines.