Job Description

Senior Structural Engineer – Temporary Works

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u&u; are partnering with a leading engineering consultancy to find an experienced Structural Engineer for their Adelaide team.

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This is a permanent, full-time role suited to someone with 5 to 10 years' experience, ideally with a robust background in temporary works design, construction methodology, and sequencing.

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What You'll Be Doing:

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- Designing and documenting temporary works, including formwork, falsework, shoring, propping, crane bases, and access platforms;
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- Developing construction methodologies and sequencing plans alongside site teams and contractors;
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- Carrying out detailed structural analysis to ensure designs are safe, compliant, and buildable;
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- Assessing how materials behave and perform under construction-stage conditions;
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- Preparing and reviewing concept, schematic, and detailed temporary works designs;
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- Visiting sites to carry out inspections, support construction teams, and provide hands-on engineering guidance;
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- Working closely with engineers, drafters, and consultants to deliver coordinated solutions;
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- Reviewing technical reports, drawings, and calculations for quality and accuracy;
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- Connecting with colleagues across Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, and other offices to support projects nationally; and
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- Contributing to high-quality construction and temporary works documentation.
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What You'll Bring:

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- A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent);
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- 5 to 10 years' experience in structural engineering, with a solid focus on temporary works and construction engineering;
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- Good working knowledge of Australian standards and construction safety principles;
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- Confidence using structural analysis software, particularly Strand7, IdeaStatica, and SpaceGass;
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- A track record of developing practical, buildable solutions under real site constraints;
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- Strong communication skills, especially when coordinating with site teams and contractors; and
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- A proactive, hands-on mindset when it comes to solving engineering problems.
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At u&u; Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

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Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via @uandu.com or phone the above-mentioned u&u; consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

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Additionally, for a barrier-free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u;'s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at https://www.uandu.com/jobs.

📌 Senior Structural Engineer - Temporary Works (South Australia)
🏢 u&u. Recruitment Partners
📍 South Australia