About Polaris Engineering

Polaris Engineering provies diversified engineering and construction solutions to the industrial, mining and resources and construction sectors. We specialise in heavy fabrication and surface treatment, including structural steel, platework, pipework and rotatable maintenance on mechanical equipment.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our site team on a refurbishment project. This is a casual contract on a 2:1 FIFO roster ex-Perth, with an immediate start available.

You will provide on-site structural engineering support to the Project Manager and Site Superintendent, assessing existing structures and making sure repair, modification and new steelwork is designed, documented and installed safely and to standard.

Key responsibilities

- Inspect and assess the condition of existing structures , platforms, supports and steelwork, and recommend repair, strengthening or replacement.

- Undertake structural design, analysis and calculations for modifications, temporary works and new steelwork

- Review client specifications, Australian Standards (including AS 4100, AS 3600 and AS/NZS 1170), models and drawings

- Prepare and check design packages, marked-up drawings, material take-offs, ITPs and engineering reports

- Raise and respond to technical queries, and identify scope changes and cost variations

- Liaise with the client, fabrication team and subcontractors on technical and quality requirements, including attending site inspections and hold points

- Support project planning, procurement and progress reporting





- Contribute to continuous improvement and a safety-first culture on site

Skills, experience and qualifications

- Tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering

- Minimum 3–5 years' structural engineering experience in mining, resources, industrial or construction environments

- Greenfields, Brownfields and/or structural steel remediation plant works experience (essential)

- Sound knowledge of steel fabrication and construction methods

- Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g. SPACE GASS, Strand7 or similar) and working with 3D models and drawings

- Previous FIFO experience and comfort working in a remote site environment

- Detail- and results-oriented, well organised, and resilient under pressure

- Solid communication and interpersonal skills

- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel

- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening

- Full right to work in Australia

Highly regarded: CPEng / NER registration or RPEQ, and current site tickets (e.g. working at heights, confined space).

What we offer

- Competitive casual hourly rate, including casual loading

- 2:1 FIFO roster ex-Perth with flights, accommodation and meals provided on site

- Immediate start on a significant refurbishment project
- A supportive, safety-focused team

- Opportunities for ongoing work and career development as the company grows

How to apply

Click Apply and submit your CV outlining your relevant structural experience.

Polaris Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. Only applications via Seek will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Structural Engineer (FIFO 2:1) (Perth)
🏢 Polaris Engineering Services
📍 Perth