Lead Civil Engineer

Requisition ID: 100610 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, 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. 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.

Environment, People, and Place shape projects that are sustainable, resilient, and people-focused. We bring environmental intelligence and community-centered deisgn to every stage, creating places that thrive socially, economically, and ecologically. 

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Lead Civil Engineer to join our established Civil team. This is a key leadership role where you will provide technical direction across a range of civil site development projects, while supporting team capability, quality outcomes and strong client relationships. The role suits someone who enjoys combining hands‑on technical input with people, leadership and client engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical leadership across civil engineering disciplines including roads, earthworks, stormwater drainage, building site works, and water and sewerage reticulation
• Leading and reviewing civil designs to ensure high‑quality, compliant project deliverables
• Acting as a client-facing technical lead and representing Hatch’s values and standards
• Supporting project delivery from early studies through to detailed design and construction phases
• Mentoring and developing civil engineers and supporting performance management outcomes
• Contributing to continuous improvement of civil design practices and processes
• Collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions

About you

You will hold a degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution and bring demonstrated experience in a similar senior or lead civil role. Your background will include strong design capability across bulk earthworks, site grading, surface water management, access and haul roads, and earth structures. You are committed to health and safety outcomes, comfortable providing technical authority, and confident engaging with clients. Experience working on industrial, mining and transport projects will be highly regarded, along with a collaborative leadership style and a desire to continue building team capability.

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 and connected organisation
• 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.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.