Site Engineer - Tunnel
John Holland
A leading Australian infrastructure and property development company delivering diverse projects.
Support on-site civil engineering for tunnel construction, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Airports
Delivery of key rail services
Design & construction
Education & research
Future cities
Health
Justice & corrections
Mechanical & electrical
Sector Specialisms
Building
Infrastructure
Rail
Transport
Water
Property
Urban Renewal
Energy
Role
Description
safety initiatives
team communication
project documentation
temporary works
procurement management
tunnelling engineering
- Participate and contribute in toolbox talks, safety inductions, and safety/environmental initiatives
- Work closely with senior project engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders, maintaining clear communication channels and fostering teamwork
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily site records and compliance reporting
- Assist in the design, review, and implementation of temporary works, liaising with designers and subcontractors to ensure safe execution
- Support procurement processes, manage material requisitions, and oversee delivery schedules, equipment allocation and workforce scheduling to optimise productivity
- Support day-to-day tunnelling site engineering activities and assist with implementing project safety, quality, and environmental requirements
Requirements
ambition
construction safety
microsoft office
concrete
engineering degree
site experience
- Demonstrated ambition and a willingness to learn, with an ability to apply new skills, academic and practical knowledge in a dynamic construction environment
- Strong knowledge of construction safety, quality, and environmental requirements
- Proficient in relevant software packages, including Microsoft Office Suite and document management tools
- Experience in concrete works, pre-cast, drainage, services and/or complex construction preferable
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Mining, Geotechnical, or equivalent)
- Preferably 2 years of experience in a site-based engineering role
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year Established
The company has been a cornerstone of infrastructure and property development since its establishment.
- The company’s rich legacy includes major projects across transport, energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.
- Recognized for delivering complex and large-scale projects in Australia and internationally.
- Focus on collaboration and innovation to develop a strong reputation in the construction industry.
- Notable projects include the Melbourne Metro Tunnel, Sydney's WestConnex, and large-scale renewable energy initiatives.
- Combines expertise in civil engineering, building, and urban development to provide sustainable solutions.
- A key player in the government infrastructure space, contributing significantly to public projects.
Culture + Values
- Caring: We think deeply about what we do and how it affects lives
- Empowering: We gain trust through action
- Imaginative: We push the boundaries
- Future‑focused: We’re in it for the long, long term
- Be yourself: bring your whole self to work and balance personal responsibilities
- Grow with us: active development program with opportunities on large projects
- Be rewarded: generous remuneration, parental leave, flexible working, wellbeing and relationship support
- Make an impact: invest in sustainability, social impact, Indigenous opportunity, and community support
Environment + Sustainability
A$1.5B funding
Sustainability-linked facility
Signed a sustainability‑linked bonding facility tied to KPIs including sustainable energy use and alternative fuels.
30% reduction
Portland cement use
Use of low-carbon concrete reduced Portland cement by 30%, saving 25,129 t CO₂‑e across projects.
100% GreenPower
Offices and tunnels
Rail Infrastructure Alliance offices powered entirely by GreenPower, and tunnels fuelled by biodiesel.
75% trained
Managers with mental health training
75% of managers completed Black Dog mental‑health training, targeting 95% completion.
- Published a Climate Policy and developing a pathway to Net Zero emissions aligned with Paris 1.5 °C goal
- Pilot and deploy renewable‑energy solutions on-site, including solar‑hybrid generators and solar‑fitted site caravans
- Committed to reducing GHG emissions, energy consumption and water use via supply‑chain partnerships and best‑practice materials
Inclusion & Diversity
2022–2024
WGEA Employer of Choice
Recognised as a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice for Gender Equality over the years 2022–2024.
40/40/20
Gender Representation Target
Aim to achieve gender representation of 40% female, 40% male, and 20% non-binary across recruitment and development programs.
24.5%
Women in Workforce
Women account for 24.5% of the total workforce as of November 2023.
18 weeks
Paid Parental Leave
Provides 18 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 3 weeks for secondary carers, including superannuation.
- Inclusion Strategic Plan embedding inclusion, diversity and equity across daily work
- Employee resource groups: Pride, Celebrate Women, GROW, Ability @ John Holland
- Partnerships with Vets in Construction, Soldier On, CareerSeekers, ON TRACK for veterans, refugees, First Nations and youth inclusion
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