The Role

We are seeking a motivated Site Engineer to join our team in Hervey Bay. Working closely with our Project Managers, Supervisors, paving crews, clients and subcontractors, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality road construction and surfacing projects across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems on site, and contributing to projects that make a lasting impact on local communities.

Graduates will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities include:

Project Planning & Delivery

• Complete project pre-planning activities with project teams and clients, ensuring program requirements are reviewed and aligned with Supervisors.
• Support project delivery teams in achieving project objectives across safety, quality, time and cost performance.
• Assist in the supervision and management of project activities to ensure successful contract execution.
• Maintain project registers, records and reporting requirements.

Site Coordination & Supervision

• Supervise subcontractors on-site, ensuring compliance with project, client and company requirements.
• Assist in identifying labour, plant, equipment and competency requirements for contract works.
• Review subcontractor work method statements, plant, personnel and competencies before commencement of works.
• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Support Supervisors and paving teams in matters relating to design, specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor site quality processes and ensure works comply with project specifications and standards.
• Accurately document site activities, including photographic records, time records and quality-related issues.
• Identify and report non-conformances within required timeframes and assist in preparing Non-Conformance Reports.
• Assist in ensuring all works are completed in accordance with contractual, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

Commercial & Contract Administration

• Assist in managing commercial outcomes through accurate record keeping and contract administration.
• Ensure project notifications and documentation are maintained.
• Support the administration of contracts and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (WHSEQ)

• Assist with Project Site Safety Inductions and onboarding requirements.
• Support the development and delivery of project-specific inductions and communication of project hazards and risk controls.
• Assist in communicating design risks, safety requirements and environmental controls to project personnel.
• Champion a positive safety culture and demonstrate Colas Queensland's commitment to safety, quality and environmental excellence.

About You

• Civil Engineering Tertiary Qualifications.
• General Conditions of Contract experience in AS2124 & AS4000.
• Proven success in estimating/ contract negotiation / contract administration / project management experience in the construction or civil construction industry.
• Proven experience in the surfacing industry- highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with demonstrated ability to execute projects on time and on budget
• Proficient MS Office skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project

Culture and Benefits

At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with: 

• A competitive salary package + allowances + vehicle + phone & laptop
• Annual renumeration reviews
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Life insurance & health care benefits
• Corporate fitness program + discounts on healthy meals, active wear, supplements + more!
• Employee recognition & assistance programs