Introduction

What are you going to do 

We're looking for an experienced Senior Civil Designer to join a high-performing infrastructure team delivering a range of civil projects across roads, drainage, water and wastewater networks.
This role will see you involved from concept through to detailed design, working on projects that make a real impact on the community and built environment. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to design excellence across the broader team.

As a Senior Civil Designer, you will be responsible for:

  • Undertaking field and desktop investigations for civil infrastructure projects.
  • Developing practical and innovative design solutions for roads, drainage, water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Preparing detailed design drawings, digital models, technical reports, specifications and cost estimates.
  • Producing design documentation using AutoCAD, 12d Model and stormwater modelling software.
  • Reviewing designs and technical documentation prepared by both internal teams and external consultants.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across planning, construction, asset management and project delivery functions.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to designers, engineers and junior team members.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, quality assurance processes and design standards.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • A Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil), Associate Degree in Engineering (Civil) or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong experience in municipal or civil infrastructure design, including roads, drainage, water and wastewater networks.
  • Advanced skills in 12d Model and AutoCAD.
  • Experience with stormwater modelling, including 12d Drainage and TUFLOW.
  • Working knowledge of GIS systems.
  • Experience preparing detailed design drawings, models, calculations and technical reports.
  • A solid understanding of Austroads, QUDM, Australian Standards and relevant WHS requirements.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Proven ability to mentor and support junior team members.
  • A current unrestricted Class C Driver Licence.
  • White Card (Construction Industry General Safety Induction).

What we offer 

If you're an experienced Civil Designer looking for your next challenge and enjoy delivering practical infrastructure solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

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, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey on 0401395373 or d.leavey@brunel.net

Closing: 29 November 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!