Structural Technician

Surbana Jurong; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Bird Group in Adelaide is seeking a Structural Technician/Drafter (temporary works) to contribute to the development and production of buildings and infrastructure across South Australia. You will draft using AutoCAD and Revit, ensure standards, and meet client requirements while adhering to project timelines.

Join a collaborative, flexible hybrid workplace within the SJ Group, with a supportive team that values innovation and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil/Structural Design or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ senior structural drafting experience in an engineering design consultancy.
• Strong understanding of AutoCAD and Revit and Australian codes/standards.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and delivery of buildings and infrastructure projects using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ensuring drafting tasks meet technical standards and client/firm requirements.
• Delivering projects within tight timescales while maintaining quality.
• Liaising with the engineering team, external stakeholders, and clients for specs.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Structural drafting

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil/Structural Design or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries Work in a truly flexible environment, in a hybrid role, with an incredibly supportive team Environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged Create futures worth inheriting with Robert Bird Group (RBG) and the SJ Group

About Robert Bird Group (RBG)

Robert Bird Group, a member of the SJ Group, is a leading structural, civil and specialist global consulting engineering firm committed to delivering each client’s vision through ‘the relentless pursuit of engineering excellence across all projects. We strive for ‘good to great design’ by transforming inspiring concepts into build-able designs using our innovative, collaborative, and proactive ideas.

The Role

We are currently seeking a Structural Technician/Drafter (temporary works) to join our Adelaide team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and production of various buildings and infrastructure projects across South Australia. Your duties will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

• Drafting and delivery of buildings and infrastructure projects using AutoCAD and Revit
• Ensuring that drafting and drawing review tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and Robert Bird Group
• Delivering projects under strict timescales, whilst ensuring quality performance meets with Robert Bird Group objectives
• Liaising with the engineering team, external stakeholders, and clients for project specifications and details

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil/Structural Design or equivalent
• 2+ years’ senior structural drafting experience working for an engineering design consultancy
• Strong understanding of AutoCAD and Revit
• Proven experience in delivering temporary works projects
• Strong understanding of Australian codes and standards
• Able to work on own initiative and in a team environment
• Full working rights

RBG is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender-equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their careers.

Robert Bird Group is a global consulting engineering firm committed to delivering each client’s vision through the relentless pursuit of engineering excellence across all projects. We strive for good to a great design by transforming inspiring concepts into buildable designs through innovative, collaborative, and proactive solutions. RBG offers a collaborative and engaging environment, as our people are core to our business, and we believe diverse and effective teams of individuals is key to our success.