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Senior Civil Engineer - Hunter Transmission

Hatch

AUonsitePosted May 26, 2026

About the role

Requisition ID: 99348

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer to join our growing Civil Site Development team, supporting major energy and mining projects across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Lead civil design teams to deliver projects involving:

Bulk earthworks

Site grading and drainage

Mine and plant access/haul roads

Tailings and other earth structures

Support business development by identifying opportunities and strengthening client relationships

Prepare technical proposals, reports, and design documentation

Take ownership of civil discipline deliverables for assigned project scopes

Collaborate with project managers and multi‑disciplinary teams

Conduct QA/QC reviews of designs, drawings, and calculations

Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers

Travel to project sites and other offices as required

What You Bring

Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution

10+ years’ experience in civil engineering, ideally within mining and/or energy

Strong understanding of engineering design processes and relevant civil design software

Demonstrated capability in:

Bulk earthworks

Site development and grading

Stormwater drainage design

Access and haul roads

Earth and tailings structures

Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes

Strong leadership skills with experience coordinating multi‑disciplinary teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management, including client interaction

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience in power or energy infrastructure projects (advantageous)

Why join us?

Work with great people to make a difference

Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Top employer

What we offer you?

Flat supportive team

Long term career development

Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

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