Tunnel Civil Engineer - Major Sydney Infrastructure

1673 ACCIONA CONSTRUCTION AUSTRALIA PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA CONSTRUCTION AUSTRALIA PTY LTD is recruiting a Civil Engineer for the Western Harbour Tunnel – Stage 2 project in Sydney. You will join the project delivery team to uphold safety, quality assurance and sustainability while supporting design alignment, planning, and commissioning activities across major tunnel works.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, tunnel/construction experience, and strong communication to coordinate with supervisors, clients and partners on time and budget

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in excavation or underground construction projects.
• Experience 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 with clients, supervisors and project teams.

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

Tunnel experience

Safety standards

Quality management

Cost control

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

ACCIONA CONSTRUCTION AUSTRALIA PTY LTD is recruiting a Civil Engineer for the Western Harbour Tunnel – Stage 2 project in Sydney. You will join the project delivery team to uphold safety, quality assurance and sustainability while supporting design alignment, planning, and commissioning activities across major tunnel works.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, tunnel/construction experience, and strong communication to coordinate with supervisors, clients and partners on time and budget