Introduction

Build the Extraordinary!

This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, complex projects while working alongside a supportive and capable team. If you are passionate about site delivery, enjoy solving practical challenges and take pride in seeing projects progress from the ground up, we would like to hear from you.

Description

Site Engineer | RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia

About Us

We are a national construction contractor delivering complex projects across the Defence, civil, commercial and industrial sectors. At Sitzler, we specialise in delivering projects in challenging environments, with a reputation built on quality, collaboration and operational excellence.

Our people are central to the successful delivery of our projects. We value practical leadership, teamwork and a commitment to completing work safely and to a high standard.

About the Opportunity

As a Site Engineer, you will play a critical role in the successful delivery of major Defence, commercial and infrastructure projects across South Australia. Working closely with Senior Project Engineers, Site Teams and key stakeholders, you will coordinate technical construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. This is an chance to be involved in complex, high-value projects while developing your expertise in project delivery, stakeholder management and site operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate and support the day‑to‑day delivery of construction works on site, ensuring activities are planned and executed efficiently
- Assist with site set‑out, survey control and verification of works in accordance with drawings and specifications




- Review construction drawings and documentation, identify technical issues and support resolution of site queries
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely, to quality standards and in line with project requirements
- Monitor construction progress, sequencing and interfaces between trades to support smooth site operations
- Assist with material take‑offs, procurement and coordination of deliveries to site
- Inspect completed works to ensure compliance with quality, safety and project standards
- Maintain accurate site records, documentation, reports and as‑built information
- Actively promote and uphold safety, quality and environmental systems across the site

Skills And Experiences
Qualifications

Minimum level of knowledge/skills/training required to carry out the job:

- Degree qualification in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Ability to gain a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
- White Card (Nationally Recognised Construction Induction)
- Current Driver’s Licence

Work Experience

Considered necessary to do the job effectively:

- Minimum 2 years’ post graduate experience in estimating, project administration or project delivery roles
- Experience with project planning, coordination and basic programming
- Sound knowledge of construction materials, methods and site practices
- Strong organisational, planning and time‑management skills

Due to the nature of our projects, preference will be given to Australian Citizens. Applicants who are currently eligible for Australian citizenship or are actively progressing toward citizenship are also encouraged to apply. Please note that some projects may require Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

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