Site Engineer - Foundations

Acciona; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is delivering a regional foundation construction assignment across multiple fronts, with a focus on piling, drilling, anchors and concrete. You will report to the Senior Project Engineer, Foundations and own hands-on delivery on site, coordinating excavation, reinforcement and formwork to achieve quality outcomes.

Based in Victoria, this regional role may require camp accommodation. ACCIONA values safety, collaboration and practical problem-solving as you work with construction managers,

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site, Project or Civil Engineer on major projects.
• Delivered foundation works such as piles, piers or anchors.
• Sound geotechnical knowledge and engineering drawing skills.
• Desirable: transmission, renewables, utilities or mining projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage foundation construction across assigned work fronts.
• Coordinate excavation, piling, reinforcement and concrete placement.
• Prepare work packs, methodologies and inspection and test plans.
• Resolve RFIs and technical queries with design teams.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant and workforce for foundation works.
• Verify survey set-out, quality inspections and hold points.
• Monitor progress, geotechnical conditions and non-conformances, and lift quality, productivity and safety.

Skills

Site Engineer

Civil Engineer

Project Engineer

Foundation Works

Geotechnical Knowledge

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.

Plan and manage foundation construction across assigned work fronts and build your engineering career on a regional project with ACCIONA.

• Plan and manage foundation works across your assigned work fronts
• Gain hands‑on exposure to piling, drilling, anchors and concrete
• Access mentoring and leadership development pathways at ACCIONA

Project Information

Help deliver a new 500 kV double-circuit transmission line project that will connect more than 3,000 MW of new renewable generation to the grid and power up to one million homes. The scope spans earthworks and access tracks, tower foundations, steel supply and erection, logistics and regional camp accommodation.

About the Opportunity

Report to the Senior Project Engineer, Foundations and take hands‑on ownership of foundation construction across your assigned work fronts. You will coordinate excavation, piling, drilling, reinforcement, formwork and concrete placement, and verify survey set‑out and geotechnical conditions on site. Work with construction managers, civil supervisors, surveyors, quality and HSE teams, subcontractors and design representatives. Prepare work packs and inspection and test plans, resolve RFIs and technical queries, and lift quality, productivity and safety across your scope.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Plan and manage foundation construction across assigned work fronts
• Coordinate excavation, piling, drilling, reinforcement and concrete placement
• Prepare work packs, methodologies and inspection and test plans
• Resolve RFIs and technical queries with design teams
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant and workforce for foundation works
• Verify survey set‑out, quality inspections, testing and hold points
• Monitor progress, geotechnical conditions and non‑conformances, and lift quality, productivity and safety across your scope.

Required Skills

• Experience as a Site, Project or Civil Engineer on major projects
• Delivered foundation works such as piles, piers or anchors
• Sound geotechnical knowledge and engineering drawing skills
• Desirable: transmission, renewables, utilities or mining projects

Location and conditions

This is a regional role and includes the provision to be based at camp as required.

Why join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.