Highways Lead - Western Australia

Requisition ID: 103073 

Job Category: Infrastructure 

Location: Perth, Western Australia, 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.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

About the Role

At Hatch, we're passionate about delivering positive change through infrastructure that connects communities and supports economic growth. As our Western Australia Highways Lead, you'll play a key role in shaping and growing our highways and transport business across WA.

Working closely with the Director, Highways & Bridges Australia, you will lead the delivery of major road and transport infrastructure projects, develop and strengthen client relationships, drive business growth, and build a high-performing team of engineers and designers.

This is a rare opportunity to combine technical leadership, project delivery, business development and people leadership in a highly visible role with significant influence on the future of Hatch's transport business in Western Australia.

As the Successful Candidate, you will

• Lead the delivery of highways, roads, intersections and transport infrastructure projects across Western Australia.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners and key stakeholders.
• Drive business development initiatives and support the preparation of proposals and pursuits.
• Provide technical direction and leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Mentor, develop and grow a team of engineers and designers.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring delivery to scope, budget, schedule and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Hatch's national transport and infrastructure teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Support strategic planning and help expand Hatch's highways presence and reputation within the WA market.
• Manage team performance, resource planning and day-to-day operational requirements.

About You

You will be a recognised highways professional with a strong track record delivering road and transport infrastructure projects within Western Australia.

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience in highways, road or transport infrastructure engineering.
• Strong experience delivering projects for Main Roads Western Australia (MRWA) and other transport authorities.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proven success in client relationship management and business development.
• Experience mentoring and developing engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of Australian road design standards and engineering practices.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as 12d, Bentley OpenRoads or similar.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership skills.
• Chartered status or professional registration with Engineers Australia (or eligibility to obtain).

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?

• Global project exposure across complex, impactful industries
• Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence

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.

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.