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Principal Structural Engineer

HAYS

Civil/Structural
Location
Cairns, QLD
Type
Full-time

About the role

Looking for an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to join our Townsville Office!

Your new company 
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to lead and grow a Structural Engineering team delivering complex projects across the mining, resources, industrial, ports and materials handling sectors. This position combines technical leadership, team development, client engagement and project delivery responsibilities.

Your new role 
Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical direction from concept through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning. You will play a key role in strengthening engineering capability, maintaining high technical standards and driving successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead structural design, analysis and refurbishment projects for heavy industrial and materials handling infrastructure.
  • Provide technical leadership from concept through to detailed design and commissioning.
  • Conduct structural audits, inspections and asset integrity assessments.
  • Review and approve engineering designs, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards.
  • Mentor and develop engineers while promoting technical excellence.
  • Manage client relationships and contribute to business growth.
What you'll need to succeed 
  • Degree-qualified Structural Engineer.
  • CPEng and/or RPEQ.
  • Extensive experience within mining, resources, industrial or heavy infrastructure sectors.
  • Strong leadership, technical review and client-facing skills.
  • Sound understanding of Australian Standards and Safety in Design principles.
  • What you'll get in return 
  • Lead a high-performing engineering team.
  • Diverse portfolio of mining and industrial projects.
  • Opportunity to influence technical direction and business growth.
  • Relocation assistance available.
  • What you need to do now 


    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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