Senior Structural Engineer / Lead Engineer

About UsAdvitech (founding company of Emergent Group) provides high-level engineering and environmental services, advice, and management across multiple sectors. When you join Advitech, you become part of the Emergent Group family of highly specialised technical sciences companies. Emergent Group has been built on the philosophy that we are better and stronger together and that is reflected in how we value our people and support their professional development and wellbeing.The RoleAdvitech is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to supervise and lead Advitech’s team of Structural Engineers. The successful candidate will have considerable experience in structural design across sectors including heavy industry, mining, materials handling and consulting, with strong leadership skills. This is a great opportunity take the next step in your career and take ownership of projects - from beginning to end.Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the Structural Engineering team in the provision of engineering design and asset integrity services
• Ensuring services are fit for purpose and compliant with relevant codes and regulatory standards
• Performing hands-on engineering investigations, analysis and assessments
• Reviewing and signing-off designs and associated documentation prepared by other team members
• Proactively coordinating and managing project scopes of work, budgets and delivery schedules
• Managing relationships with existing clients and developing new business relationships
• Preparing cost estimates and proposals for new opportunities
• Implementing and promoting the company’s Integrated Management System (IMS) policies and procedures
• Playing an active role in the business leadership group through regular meetings, workshops, training and business development activities

RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you will meet the following essential criteria:

• Degree qualification in Structural Engineering, recognised by Engineers Australia
• CPEng, RPEQ and RPEV accreditations, or eligibility to obtain
• Comprehensive knowledge and proven technical experience in structural steel and reinforced concrete design including AS4100, AS1170, AS3600 etc.
• A strong working knowledge with a range of structural design software packages such as SPACEGASS, IDEA StatiCa, Strand 7 or similar would be highly regarded
• Ability to perform hand calculations as required
• Experience or ability to perform site investigations including structural integrity with risk rating, dilapidation surveys of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Ability to co-ordinate with multiple engineering disciplines and drafting team within the company on project basis
• Experience in the application of engineering design guidelines, relevant acts, regulations and standards
• Superior report writing experience
• Competent in Microsoft 365
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Current drivers licence

Structural engineers meeting the following desirable criteria will be considered favourably:

• Demonstrated leadership, business development and project management skills
• Able to control business unit costs and manage budgets
• Local, consulting experience
• A valid construction white card for site visits

About the PositionPosition Type: Permanent, Full Time or Part Time or Casual – you decide!
Reports To: Structural Group Leader
Location: Advitech office, located in the Emergent Group Headquarters, Newcastle. Hybrid and flexible work practices apply for this role.
Salary: Competitive salary plus superannuation and generous income protection insurance, wellbeing vouchers, referral program bonus, overtime options, professional membership training subsidised, and monthly Group lunches.BenefitsThe wellbeing of our people is our top priority. For more information on our employee value proposition, . Some of our benefits include:

• Excellent project pipeline ensuring employment security and longevity
• Industry leading training and development programs as required
• Engineers Australia or other relevant institution membership costs covered by the company
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible work and leave arrangements including additional leave to reward loyalty
• Free car park including bike parking, showers and locker facilities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Social Club activities including monthly lunches
• Healthy lifestyle vouchers
• Employee referral program

To ApplyIf you have the legal right to live and work in Australia, and want to be part of our great team, submit your resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements for this role.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes the skills and insights of all its people irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, ability, age or sexual orientation. We know teams perform best when they’re diverse and every team member feels like they belong. It’s our mission to unleash potential in every team.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare and submit your application. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer we are committed to reviewing and responding to every applicant. We don’t just contact the short-listed candidates, or leave you wondering.Applications close 28 June 2024