Site Engineer - Tunnel Civil Fitout

John Holland Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The John Holland Group, in Adelaide, is seeking a Site Engineer – Tunnel Civil Fitout to lead civil fitout activities in the tunnel and related structures. You will coordinate teams, oversee subcontractors, monitor safety, and ensure work aligns with drawings, specs and the program.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and proven experience on major civil infrastructure and underground fitout projects, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Previous Site Engineer experience on major civil infrastructure projects is essential.
• Experience in tunnel construction and/or underground civil fitout is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies, drawings and quality requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day civil fitout activities within the tunnel and associated structures.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site crews.
• Assist with planning, programming, and sequencing of construction activities.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, ITPs and project requirements.
• Undertake set-out, inspections, quality control, and verification of completed works.
• Coordinate concrete, drainage, kerbs, pavements, structures and other civil fitout activities.
• Review construction drawings and identify design or constructability issues.
• Raise and manage RFIs, NCRs, inspections, and quality documentation.
• Monitor productivity, quantities, materials, and site progress.
• Prepare daily reports, progress claims and project records.
• Work with HSE personnel to ensure safe/project-compliant delivery.
• Identify issues and develop practical solutions with the project team.
• Support the Project Engineer and Construction Manager with program delivery.

Skills

Site coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Safety culture

Stakeholder management

Tunnel construction

Underground civil fitout

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Project

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031. The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Engineer – Tunnel Civil Fitout to join our project delivery team

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Site Engineer with experience in tunnel construction, civil fit out, concrete works, drainage and associated infrastructure to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex underground works.

You will work closely with the Project Engineer, Site Supervisors, subcontractors, and project management team to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, drawings, and program requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day civil fitout activities within the tunnel and associated structures.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site crews.
• Assist with planning, programming, and sequencing of construction activities.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, ITPs, and project requirements.
• Undertake set-out, inspections, quality control, and verification of completed works.
• Coordinate concrete, drainage, kerbs, pavements, structures, and other civil fitout activities.
• Review construction drawings and identify design or constructability issues.
• Raise and manage RFIs, NCRs, inspections, and quality documentation.
• Monitor productivity, quantities, materials, and site progress.
• Assist with preparation of daily reports, progress claims, and project records.
• Work closely with HSE personnel to ensure all works are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Identify potential construction issues and work proactively with the project team to develop practical solutions.
• Support the Project Engineer and Construction Manager with delivery of the project program.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a Site Engineer on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience in tunnel construction and/or underground civil fitout is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies, drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Experience with concrete, drainage, earthworks, pavements, structures, or related civil works.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively with supervisors, subcontractors, consultants, and project management.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Offer

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success. We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.