Lead Civil Engineer

Ausenco

The Role

Overview

Lead civil engineer for mining infrastructure design in remote terrain

Key Responsibilities

  • civil design
  • team supervision
  • budget management
  • drawing issuance
  • site selection
  • collaboration

Tasks

-Deliver Civil (process plant platforms, access roads, drainage and associated infrastructure in remote and challenging terrain) engineering design. -Supervising the performance of Civil engineers, reviewing deliverables and providing high level technical expertise. -Contribute to the cost-efficient delivery of Civil engineering by managing project deliverables, budgets, as well as reviewing and approving Civil capital cost estimates. -Issue drawings and other relevant information for tender and construction by effectively managing Civil Engineers and Designers. -Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services. -Active collaboration and communication with project team and other disciplines, providing input to site selection and layout optimization of mineral processing plants.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • civil 3d
  • 12d
  • civil engineering
  • chartered
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to resolve most technical issues in an efficient manner utilizing personal knowledge and leaning on in-house experience. -Chartered status is a strong asset, but not essential. -Proven experience in Earthworks, Roadworks and Drainage design engineering in a relevant industry, e.g. mining, mineral processing, materials handling, and heavy industrial. -Strong communication skills, with well-developed written and oral English language skills. -Degree qualified in Civil Engineering -An in-depth knowledge and demonstrated experience in design of mining facilities, with a proven ability to conceptualize project layouts, and optimize designs is a must. Hands on experience with 12D, AutoCad, or Civil 3D and other modelling software is a big plus. -Ability to prioritize tasks for the design team and manage time effectively. -Proven ability to lead, with prior experience leading Civil project teams. -Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels.

Benefits

-Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution. -Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities. -Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.

The Company

About Ausenco

-Grew into a multinational consultancy over three decades, delivering full project lifecycle services. -Crafted landmark projects including gold and copper mines and large-scale industrial developments. -Expertise spans consulting, procurement, EPCM, operations, and maintenance across mining and industrial sectors. -Standout projects include major mining operations in Peru, Zambia, Indonesia and large-scale water and wastewater facilities. -Combines deep technical expertise with creative engineering to consistently deliver innovative, efficient solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Infrastructure

Energy

Water Resources

Transmission and Distribution

Sustainability

Pipeline Systems

Asset Management and Optimisation

Assurance services

Operational Readiness

Minerals and Metals

Power line design

Distribution network design

Grid integration