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AECOM

Ground Engineering / Tunnelling Engineer

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AECOM

Sydney, AU · Full-time · A$140,000 – A$220,000

About this role

Become part of AECOM's dynamic Water business with around 600 experts across Australia and New Zealand and 6000 globally. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver projects from concept to completion. Thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where contributions are valued.

AECOM’s Water Business Line across the East Coast of Australia is experiencing sustained growth with a strong pipeline of water infrastructure projects. Deliver future-focused outcomes for communities and clients as the trusted global infrastructure leader. Offer design, engineering, and advisory services that shape water and related assets.

Work on high-impact water and tunnelling projects from water underground assets to major conveyance and treatment works. Join collaborative, multidisciplinary teams that span design, construction, advisory, and operations phases. Access global expertise and local impact with teams across Australia and internationally.

Experience career growth and technical development supported by industry leaders and world-class practices. Benefit from flexible work options including hybrid work, flexible hours, and relocation support. Embrace a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging where unique perspectives create better outcomes.

Requirements

  • Geotechnical / Ground Engineering specialists
  • Tunnelling Engineers, Design & Construction Leads
  • Tunnel Project Managers / Technical Leads
  • Principal / Senior Ground & Tunnelling Engineers
  • Field and Site Engineers (Geotech / Tunnels)
  • Modelling, Site Investigation & Groundwater Specialists
  • Construction Support, QA & Risk/Contract Specialists
  • Geotechnical and Tunnelling Technical Advisors and SMEs

Responsibilities

  • Work on high-impact water and tunnelling projects including underground assets and major conveyance works
  • Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams across design, construction, advisory, and operations phases
  • Address challenging ground conditions and complex subsurface works
  • Design retaining structures and apply advanced tunnelling methodologies
  • Conduct site investigations, groundwater modelling, and geotechnical assessments
  • Provide construction support, QA, and risk/contract management for tunnel projects
  • Lead tunnelling design, construction, and project management

Benefits

  • Flexible work options including hybrid work and flexible hours
  • Relocation support
  • Career growth and technical development by industry leaders
  • Culture of inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging
  • Access to global expertise and local impact
  • Veteran Employment Support
  • WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality