At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.
We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.
That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.
Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.
John Holland with design partner GHD, will deliver the Urban Utilities Regional Treatment Plants (RTP) Program.
This involves a program of upgrades and renewal works to treatment plants, pipelines & pump stations in Ipswich, Somerset, Lockyer Valley, & the Scenic Rim.
Collaborate on the planning, design, and analysis of earthworks components of construction projects, ensuring that they are completed according to specifications and within the designated timeframe.
Providing technical expertise and guidance on all aspects of earthworks, including soil mechanics, excavation, grading, and compaction.
Assist in leading and managing a team of engineers and technical specialists, ensuring they work cohesively to achieve project goals.
Liaising between various project stakeholders, including other engineering disciplines, project management, contractors, and clients to ensure a coordinated approach to the earthworks phase.
Ensuring that all earthworks are completed to the highest quality standards and comply with industry regulations and standards.
Identifying potential risks associated with the earthworks and developing mitigation strategies to manage these risks effectively.
Assisting with budget preparation and managing costs related to civils, including monitoring expenditures and implementing cost-saving initiatives where possible.
Assisting with the procurement process, including the preparation of contract documents and the evaluation of tenders, as well as managing contracts throughout project execution.
Addressing and resolving complex engineering problems that may arise during the earthworks phase, offering innovative solutions to keep the project on track.
Developing and monitoring project schedules related to earthworks, ensuring that all milestones and deadlines are met.
Ensuring that all civil activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including environmental, safety, and building codes.
Preparing detailed reports on the project status, including progress, issues, and outcomes of the earthwork operations.
Reviewing civil processes and outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement and implementing changes to enhance future project performance.
Providing mentorship and professional development opportunities to less experienced engineers and team members
To be successful in this key role, you must have:
Degree qualified Civil Engineer, Construction Management or similar
Previous experience within a Tier One contractor
Delivery of infrastructure projects, with exposure to Civil, Earthworks, Roadworks and water construction
Passion for teamwork and delivering on tight deadlines
Excellent time management and prioritisation
Understanding of HSEQ management systems, compliance, and reporting procedures
Previous work in a water environment and technical knowledge of related specifications preferred
Demonstratable experience as Project Engineer at site operational level and leader of engineering team
We're about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.
We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From industry-leading leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.
Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options.
Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing.
Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.
Learning and development opportunities where you’ll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, plus technical and leadership training and development opportunities.
Inclusion, diversity and equity is part of how we work. We want everyone at John Holland to feel that they belong – that’s why we’re working hard every day to foster a more inclusive culture, backed by a business-wide inclusion strategy to bring about meaningful change. We’ve also got active employee resource groups that support our commitments including those around gender equality and reconciliation.
At John Holland, our purpose is simple: we transform lives. And we do this with everything we do.
From humble beginnings 75 years ago, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading building, infrastructure, rail and transport companies.
We’re incredibly proud of our history in Australia – but it’s what we’re delivering for the future that drives our teams each and every day.
Our diverse experience and expertise enable us to create innovative and enduring solutions for our customers.
The fact we can do this across multiple industry sectors means we’re up for any challenge.
We’re currently delivering many of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects – from the Melbourne Metro Tunnel and Sydney Metro to the Australian-first Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project in Queensland – as well as significant water, property and urban renewal projects.
You’ll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.
Our people-first philosophy puts us at the front of the industry and continues to attract the best and brightest talent.
Our customers trust us to deliver complex, city-shaping projects because we push boundaries and employ innovation in everything we do.
We transform lives.
