Alchemy Recruitment is partnering with a state government client to support them in recruiting for an Engineer (Civil) on a contract to 30 June 2027 (with possible extension), based in Nerang on the Gold Coast.

About the role

• Pay rate of $71.18 to $77.52 per hour + super
• Contract to 30 June 2027 with possible extension, immediate start
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Assess heavy vehicle permit applications received through the NHVR portal
• Undertake engineering assessments of proposed routes, covering vehicle dimensions and mass, road geometry, intersection turning movements, clearances and infrastructure constraints
• Prepare detailed assessment notes and recommended access conditions or reasons for refusal for Senior Engineer review
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to clarify route constraints and coordinate technical advice
• Reports to the Senior Engineer (Civil) within a regional asset management team

Preferred Requirements

• Experience applying civil engineering principles to road, traffic or transport projects
• Exposure to heavy vehicle access, NHVR permits or the Heavy Vehicle National Law (highly regarded but not essential)
• Familiarity with swept path analysis, road geometry and clearance assessment
• Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to document clear, defensible recommendations
• Ability to manage a caseload against set timeframes and know when to escalate
• Confident communicator with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year, Washington Accord accredited Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), or equivalent assessed by Engineers Australia (mandatory)
• Current Class C driver’s licence (mandatory)
• Own suitable PPE (mandatory)
• Willingness to undergo a criminal history check (mandatory)

To apply, click Apply Now and attach your current resume. For a confidential discussion, contact the Alchemy Recruitment team.