Site Civil Engineer: Western Australia

Take your civil and structural skills from the office to the construction site with a global leader.

APD Global provides engineering solutions for utility and renewable power projects. We’re looking for site-based civil and structural engineers to oversee the construction of our designs across Western Australia.

About Us

We are one of Australia’s leading engineering groups in the energy and telecommunications sectors, with 15 offices across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore and Italy. We design high-voltage transmission lines and substations (up to 500 kV), renewable energy connections and storage systems, and we invest in emerging technologies like AI, cyber security and robotics.

About the Role

You will be our technical presence on site during construction of the civil and structural elements of substation, transmission and renewable energy projects, including foundations, tower and structure footings, earthworks and associated infrastructure. Working between our design teams and site contractors, you’ll make sure what is built matches the design and is safe, compliant and delivered to quality.

Roles are open at all levels, from graduate to senior. Work may include DIDO and Perth-based rotations, depending on the project.

Typical responsibilities

- Provide on-site technical support and engineering oversight during construction
- Inspect contractor work such as piling, footings, concrete, earthworks and drainage against drawings, specifications and standards
- Manage RFIs, site queries, non-conformances and design changes
- Review contractor work packs, inspection and test plans, and concrete and compaction test results
- Mark up civil and structural drawings and as-built records
- Prepare site reports,



progress updates and handover documentation
- Coordinate with contractors, geotechnical consultants, clients and network operators
- Champion safety on site

What You Need

Essential

- BEng/BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in civil or structural design, construction support or project delivery, appropriate to your level
- Knowledge of foundations, concrete and steel structures, earthworks and site drainage
- Understanding of Australian standards (e.g. AS 3600, AS 4100, AS 2159, AS 3798) and WA site conditions
- Ability to read and review civil and structural drawings and specifications
- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail and communication skills
- Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
- Willingness to work on remote sites, including rotations
- Current WA driver’s license

Desirable

- Construction experience on substation, transmission or renewable projects
- Experience with transmission tower foundations, piling or geotechnical works
- EPC contractor or mining and resources experience
- Professional engineering registration (e.g. CPEng) or progress toward it (mid-to-senior roles)
- Site safety tickets (e.g. White Card, working at heights, confined space)

Why Join Us?

- Well-established consultancy with strong utility and mining relationships
- Competitive, flexible remuneration
- Flexible working options and a culture of autonomy and trust
- Learn from a large team of specialists using state-of-the-art tools
- Opportunities for travel and international project work

APD is an equal prospect employer committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applicants must undertake a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening) and provide proof of valid working rights in Australia.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Site Civil Engineer (Perth)
🏢 APD Global
📍 Perth