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Site Engineer

  • 494846
  • Queensland, QLD
  • Full Time Permanent
  • Closing on: 23 May 2026
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Seymour Whyte is delivering Coomera Connector Stage 1 South, a key infrastructure project improving transport links between Logan City and the Gold Coast. By building additional crossings over the Coomera and Nerang Rivers, this stage will ease congestion on the M1 and provide residents in growing areas such as Helensvale and Coomera with an alternative route.

We are seeking a Site Engineer to join our project team. In this role, you will oversee on-site engineering and construction activities, working closely with project and construction teams to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements and quality standards.

About the role:

  • Supervise on-site works and coordinate with subcontractors and other disciplines to support efficient project delivery
  • Ensure compliance with network safeworking standards, specifications, method statements and ITPs
  • Monitor construction progress, quality of work, and productivity, conducting inspections as required
  • Oversee daily field operations, including team supervision, cost control, estimating and reporting
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and support safety, quality and environmental outcomes on site

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
  • Proven construction experience
  • Knowledge of safety legislation, Australian Standards and industry codes
  • Strong planning, monitoring and reporting capabilities to support effective project delivery
  • Commitment to quality, safety and environmental practices

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

We have a range of benefits available for our employees:

  • Birthday leave, recognising the importance of personal milestones
  • The option to purchase additional leave to support travel, study or life commitments
  • Fitness, wellbeing, shopping and banking benefits, including discounts through WHEREFIT (gyms, meal plans, fitness brands), Flare, and CommBank, plus everyday financial discounts
  • Structured career pathways with opportunities for global mobility
  • Leadership development programs and one‑on‑one mentoring to support professional growth
  • Employee recognition and awards that acknowledge contribution and achievement
  • An employee share program, providing the opportunity to invest in the long‑term success of the business

About Seymour Whyte:

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans.

Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

  • Submit your CV online to apply for this role
  • All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check
  • Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

Reference code: 494846

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.

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