Australia, Perth CBD
Fulltime: 45 hrs a week
Experience: > 10 Years
Education Level: Professional Bachelor
Mining
Closing: May 15, 2025

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Introduction

We're recruiting a Senior Civil Designer for a Tier 1 mining client in WA. The role involves delivering major infrastructure and energy studies, collaborating with engineers and drafters to ensure timely, accurate civil design packages. Ideal for a technically strong designer with experience in mining, resources, or heavy infrastructure who thrives in complex, multi-disciplinary settings.

What are you going to do 

  • Support the delivery of concept, feasibility, and detailed design phases of mining and energy projects.
  • Liaise with project engineers and discipline leads to understand design inputs, scope changes, and project expectations.
  • Integrate engineering inputs and data to create accurate and coherent 12d models and detailed drawings for review and approval.
  • Apply relevant Australian or international design standards to all work, ensuring full compliance with engineering best practices.
  • Manage and incorporate spatial data and GIS inputs to inform designs and aid in project planning.
  • Assist in the preparation of documentation for construction, including design reports and drawing registers.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary coordination meetings and contribute technical input during design reviews

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Civil design within mining, energy, or major infrastructure projects
  • Strong knowledge of civil infrastructure design processes across all project stages (FEED, DFS, execution).
  • Proven capability in 12d Model and MicroStation - including ability to create and apply custom tools, templates, or macros.
  • Competence with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, Global Mapper) and handling large spatial datasets.
  • Familiarity with civil and survey data management and integration into design workflows.
  • High attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey design outcomes and coordinate across disciplines.
  • Diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Please note that only candidates currently residing in Australia with appropriate work rights or visas will be considered for this role.

What we offer 

  • Opportunity to work with an industry leader
  • 12 month contract scope for extension
  • Health & Wellness Programme
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact l.collins@brunel.net

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Louise Collins

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