Senior Pavements Engineer - Adelaide at Tonkin in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

project coordination

pavement design

mentoring

design input

design documentation

Collaborate seamlessly with other disciplines to ensure project coordination.
Apply your technical expertise to the design of a range of pavements projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and regulations
Mentor and guide junior engineers within the team, fostering their technical growth and stay abreast of the latest advancements in design and construction technologies.
Provide inputs to other engineers and drafters in producing high-quality deliverables.
Deliver well-documented designs, including drawings, specifications, and reports, meeting Tonkin's and client standards.

Requirements

circly

apsds

hipave

civil engineering

10+ years

communication

A passionate and proactive team player with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Demonstrated technical background in Pavements Engineering related disciplines for state and local government agencies or other transport related clients, including: Flexible (bound and unbound) and rigid pavement design, Road & highways pavements to state Transport Authorities specifications, Sealed and unsealed airports pavements, Mining haul roads, Ports & heavy industrial pavements, Pavement condition assessments and rehabilitation design, Pavement & geotechnical investigations
Efficient multi-tasker with a fundamental understanding of project delivery processes.
Relevant qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering discipline (e.g., Civil, Structural).
10+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
Experience in sustainable pavement engineering practices including stabilisation, recycled pavement materials etc.
Experience with a range of pavement design software which may include CIRCLY, APSDS and HIPAVE
Recent experience in Project Management roles
Recent experience delivering projects for the SA Department for Infrastructure & Transport or the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.
We are open to the role being in either Adelaide or Brisbane however the candidate will work on projects throughout Australia, predominately South Australia, Queensland, NSW and Victoria.
Strong ability to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
Experience with relevant Australian Standards, Industry Design Guides and Local Authority Specifications.
A technical problem-solver with demonstrated experience in a range of civil and transport projects.

Benefits

Bonus Points:

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1955

Year Founded

The company was established in Adelaide in 1955, marking its origins as a stormwater modelling consultancy.

$155m

Project Value

Significant investment in the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme, showcasing the company's expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects.

$27m

Project Value

The Bald Hills Road interchange project reflects the company's capability in delivering high-impact transport infrastructure.

100+

Staff Count

The Adelaide headquarters houses over 100 staff, highlighting the company's growth and national presence.

Over the decades it expanded through mergers and acquisitions into traffic, environmental, water, spatial consulting and asset management, building a national presence across major Australian cities.
Today, it is an employee-owned consultancy guiding major infrastructure works—airport upgrades, motor-sport facilities, bridges, flood and stormwater schemes—across metropolitan and regional Australia.
Their expertise spans intelligent design in buildings and structures, transport planning and structures, waste, water resources, environmental impact assessments, marine and riverine engineering.
In recent years they’ve opened their Gold Coast branch, cementing their east-coast expansion.

Culture + Values

Committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment where individuals are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
Value innovation and encourage the exploration of new ideas, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.
Dedicated to delivering exceptional service to clients, aiming for excellence in all endeavors.
Believe in collaboration and teamwork as essential for achieving shared goals and delivering superior results.
Act with integrity and take responsibility for all actions.

Environment + Sustainability

Net zero by 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050 through comprehensive sustainability efforts.

Aim to reduce environmental impact through responsible resource management, waste reduction, and energy efficiency initiatives.
Promote sustainable development practices across all projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting environmental stewardship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Tonkin’s strategy focuses on fostering an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and respected.
Tonkin has set clear goals for gender diversity, with a focus on increasing the representation of women in leadership roles.
Tonkin has implemented initiatives to ensure equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background.

Articles

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Role

Description

project coordination

pavement design

mentoring

design input

design documentation

Collaborate seamlessly with other disciplines to ensure project coordination.
Apply your technical expertise to the design of a range of pavements projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and regulations
Mentor and guide junior engineers within the team, fostering their technical growth and stay abreast of the latest advancements in design and construction technologies.
Provide inputs to other engineers and drafters in producing high-quality deliverables.
Deliver well-documented designs, including drawings, specifications, and reports, meeting Tonkin's and client standards.

Requirements

circly

apsds

hipave

civil engineering

10+ years

communication

A passionate and proactive team player with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Demonstrated technical background in Pavements Engineering related disciplines for state and local government agencies or other transport related clients, including: Flexible (bound and unbound) and rigid pavement design, Road & highways pavements to state Transport Authorities specifications, Sealed and unsealed airports pavements, Mining haul roads, Ports & heavy industrial pavements, Pavement condition assessments and rehabilitation design, Pavement & geotechnical investigations
Efficient multi-tasker with a fundamental understanding of project delivery processes.
Relevant qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering discipline (e.g., Civil, Structural).
10+ years of professional experience in civil engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
Experience in sustainable pavement engineering practices including stabilisation, recycled pavement materials etc.
Experience with a range of pavement design software which may include CIRCLY, APSDS and HIPAVE
Recent experience in Project Management roles
Recent experience delivering projects for the SA Department for Infrastructure & Transport or the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.
We are open to the role being in either Adelaide or Brisbane however the candidate will work on projects throughout Australia, predominately South Australia, Queensland, NSW and Victoria.
Strong ability to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
Experience with relevant Australian Standards, Industry Design Guides and Local Authority Specifications.
A technical problem-solver with demonstrated experience in a range of civil and transport projects.

Benefits

Bonus Points:

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1955

Year Founded

The company was established in Adelaide in 1955, marking its origins as a stormwater modelling consultancy.

$155m

Project Value

Significant investment in the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme, showcasing the company's expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects.

$27m

Project Value

The Bald Hills Road interchange project reflects the company's capability in delivering high-impact transport infrastructure.

100+

Staff Count

The Adelaide headquarters houses over 100 staff, highlighting the company's growth and national presence.

Over the decades it expanded through mergers and acquisitions into traffic, environmental, water, spatial consulting and asset management, building a national presence across major Australian cities.
Today, it is an employee-owned consultancy guiding major infrastructure works—airport upgrades, motor-sport facilities, bridges, flood and stormwater schemes—across metropolitan and regional Australia.
Their expertise spans intelligent design in buildings and structures, transport planning and structures, waste, water resources, environmental impact assessments, marine and riverine engineering.
In recent years they’ve opened their Gold Coast branch, cementing their east-coast expansion.

Culture + Values

Committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment where individuals are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
Value innovation and encourage the exploration of new ideas, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.
Dedicated to delivering exceptional service to clients, aiming for excellence in all endeavors.
Believe in collaboration and teamwork as essential for achieving shared goals and delivering superior results.
Act with integrity and take responsibility for all actions.

Environment + Sustainability

Net zero by 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050 through comprehensive sustainability efforts.

Aim to reduce environmental impact through responsible resource management, waste reduction, and energy efficiency initiatives.
Promote sustainable development practices across all projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting environmental stewardship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Tonkin’s strategy focuses on fostering an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and respected.
Tonkin has set clear goals for gender diversity, with a focus on increasing the representation of women in leadership roles.
Tonkin has implemented initiatives to ensure equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of background.

Articles

Tonkin Celebrates 70 Years

Tonkin engineers celebrate Gold Coast office opening

Tonkin Culture & Values

Finding a workplace that works for you