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What this job is
A Structural Engineer designs, analyses, and oversees the construction of buildings, bridges, and other structures to ensure they are safe, stable, and compliant with Australian Building Codes and Standards. They use computational modelling, site inspections, and engineering principles to assess loads, materials, and construction methods. They work in consulting firms, construction companies, or government agencies, collaborating with architects, contractors, and other professionals to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Pay
A$2,217 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiencycore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Process Documentationcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Report Writingcore
- Research and Analysiscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Electronic Document Management
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Microsoft Excel Data Management
- Negotiation
- Process Improvement Identification
- Record Management