Senior Structural Engineer – BG&E Minerals (Newcastle)

BG&E Minerals is a wholly owned subsidiary of BG&E, established to service the Mining and Minerals sector across Australia and New Zealand. Leveraging BG&E’s 50+ years of proven expertise in buildings, roads and rail, our vision is to build a multidisciplinary engineering and project delivery business capable of delivering projects with a capital value of up to $500 million, while upholding BG&E’s long-standing reputation for technical excellence.

As part of BG&E’s global network of over 750 professionals across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East, we are backed by an international civil and structural engineering consultancy celebrated for innovative, award-winning designs that prioritise practicality and constructability.

At BG&E Minerals, we share the same purpose that unites all of BG&E – the belief that truly great engineering takes curiosity, bravery and trust, and is the key to creating extraordinary built environments.

The Role

The purpose of this role is to support the establishment of BG&E Minerals and its growth into the Mining and Minerals sector within Newcastle by assuming a range or responsibilities such as:

• Undertake detailed analysis and structural design to ensure safety, compliance, and constructability
• Assess the behaviour and performance of materials under construction-stage conditions
• Develop and advise on construction methodologies and sequencing plans in consultation with site teams and contractors
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and consultants to deliver coordinated solutions
• Review technical reports, drawings, and design calculations for quality and accuracy
• Prepare / Assist with the tendering and winning of work
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other project stakeholders as required for the delivery of projects
• Apply project management principles in carrying out assigned tasks and achieve project deliverables to the required standard and in a timely manner
• Prepare and review technical reports
• Identify and manage technical and commercial risks on behalf of BG&E and our clients
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and actively participate in interdisciplinary workshops and risk assessments as required
• Ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with the appropriate legislation, relevant standards, corporate requirements and systems
• Represent BG&E Minerals and instil confidence in our clients and external stakeholders of the value we bring

About You

You will be a key contributor within BG&E Minerals’ Structural team where you’ll apply your structural engineering expertise across a range of studies and projects.

• BEng or higher in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Relevant industry experience (5-10 years)
• Solid understanding of Australian standards and construction safety principles
• Skilled in structural analysis software and able to produce clear, accurate documentation
• Proven experience in developing practical, buildable solutions under site constraints
• Strong communication and coordination skills, particularly with site teams and contractors
• A proactive, hands-on approach to solving engineering challenges

What We Offer

• Flexible / Hybrid working arrangements aimed at achieving real work life balance
• Competitive remuneration
• Generous leave arrangements including a purchased leave scheme
• Health and wellbeing support via confidential EAP program

Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality is part of our DNA – We value who you are – it begins with our values and continues through our culture – and is fostered throughout our workplaces. We recognise the benefits of diversity and encourage our people to be comfortable in bringing their complete self to work.

Wellbeing and Safety

BG&E Minerals provides collaborative working environments, which support the safety and wellbeing of all employees and stakeholders. As an organisation, we strive to continually mitigate risks and improve our safety systems and performance.