Job Description

Design Manager - Civil - Utilities experience is preferred

About Us

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

At Zinfra, we value diverse perspectives and believe the best outcomes come from inclusive, high-performing teams where everyone feels supported, respected, and empowered to contribute.

About the Role

Reporting to the Engineering Lead, you’ll work across a broad range of engineering and operational activities supporting gas infrastructure projects and assets governed by AS4645 and AS2885 standards.

You’ll play an important role in helping teams deliver safe, reliable, and efficient outcomes through technical support, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

Engineering & Design Support

• Coordinate and support engineering design activities across multiple disciplines
• Participate in collaborative design reviews with stakeholders, consultants, and client representatives
• Assist with project planning, resource coordination, and design documentation
• Contribute to process improvement and knowledge sharing initiatives
• Support the development of technical standards, procedures, and best practices

Construction & Commissioning Support

• Provide technical guidance during project delivery and construction activities
• Assist with commissioning and operational handover of new assets
• Support field inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and quality activities
• Work closely with operational teams to identify practical and effective engineering solutions

Operational Engineering

• Support maintenance and operational teams with technical engineering advice
• Assist in developing sustainable and cost-effective maintenance strategies
• Contribute to innovation initiatives and continuous improvement programs

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety-first culture
• Participate in Safety in Design reviews and compliance activities
• Assist with HSEQ documentation, reporting, and audit activities
• Support the delivery of safe, inclusive, and high-quality project outcomes

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Degree qualified in Engineering / Ideally come from a Civil background
• A strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively with others
• Organised, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Passionate about safety, continuous improvement, and delivering quality outcomes
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and standard engineering systems
• Holder of a current driver’s licence with willingness to attend occasional site visits

Experience within energy, utilities, infrastructure, or construction environments is essential.

At Zinfra, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and valued. We proudly champion equal opportunity, gender equality, and First Nations representation—and we want you to come as you are Our culture is built on care, inclusivity, and a belief that diverse perspectives make our projects and our people stronger.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with disability, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for potential long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.