Position Title: Civil Engineering Technician

Sola Now Pty Ltd, trading as Sunterra, is a leading Australian company specialising in the wholesale supply, installation, and engineering of large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects. With strong partnerships across key manufacturers and contractors, Sunterra delivers cost-effective, high-quality solutions for utility-scale solar and energy-related construction projects across Australia.

We are currently seeking a full-time Civil Engineering Technician to join our on-site project team in Western Australia, supporting the planning, design, and delivery of large-scale construction and solar infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare detailed civil engineering drawings, plans and layouts for utility-scale solar farms and associated infrastructure, including roads, drainage, earthworks, foundations and underground services.
- Develop and revise civil drawings based on engineering designs, survey data, project specifications and construction requirements.
- Assist Engineers with site plans, grading plans, drainage layouts, trenching arrangements and other civil works.
- Interpret engineering instructions, construction specifications, survey information and technical documentation to determine dimensions, levels and construction details.
- Collect and analyse site data and construction measurements, and perform calculations required for civil drafting and design activities.
- Assist with estimating quantities and material requirements for earthworks, concrete, road base, drainage and other civil infrastructure.




- Check drawings and construction documentation for accuracy and compliance with engineering standards, project specifications and contractual requirements.
- Participate in site inspections and field testing to verify site conditions, construction dimensions, materials and completed works against approved drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate with engineers, surveyors and construction teams to update drawings, incorporate design changes and prepare as-built documentation.
- Assist with identifying and documenting construction defects, maintenance requirements and remedial works.

Requirements

- Relevant Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma plus 1 year of relevant experience. Alternatively, at least 3 years of relevant experience can substitute for the formal qualification.
- Ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills for liaising with clients, contractors, authorities, and internal teams.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work under project timelines and site-based conditions.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety and quality assurance practices.
- Willingness to work in office in West Australia and travel to project locations as required.

Salary and Benefits

- Annual salary from $80,000 to $100,000 plus superannuation.
- Full-time permanent contract.
- Career progression and promotion opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Civil Engineering Technician (Canning Vale)
🏢 Sunterra Solar
📍 Canning Vale