Temp Principal Engineer (Civil), Transport and Main Roads

📍 Australia

Altro Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD

Job Description

Temp Principal Engineer (Civil), Transport and Main Roads Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Nerang QLD

Full time, Contract, Part time, Casual/Temporary

We are seeking a high performing and innovative Principal Engineer to join our team on the Gold Coast

When you work at TMR, you are part of something bigger! Our vision is to create a single integrated transport network accessible to everyone. No department has a bigger role to play in keeping Queensland of today moving or in helping build for the future.

We have multiple temporary vacancies available for Principal Engineers with experience in the following:

Major Project: Supporting major project, delivery from project planning and design through to construction. Including Coomera Connector (Stage 1 and 2) and Exit 45

Delivery: Supporting three primary areas including Pre-Construction, Construction and Preservation & Maintenance.

Technical Services: Supporting technical design review activities and asset management engineering.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities required may vary depending on the business area:

Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent Civil Engineering qualification which is accepted by Engineers Australia.

Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)

Provide effective leadership to project managers delivering infrastructure projects.

Provide reports on the progress of works and actual and forecast expenditure.

Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the program of works you will be responsible for and determine changes to processes with a view to obtaining continuous improvements in efficiency, productivity and setting strategies.

Ensure performance management systems are in place and effective in supporting the delivery of the program of works and individual projects within the program.

Provide expert advice and guidance on contractual issues and contract performance

Ensure the application of all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary to support responsible decisions and quality of outcomes is maintained with respect to all phases of project delivery of road infrastructure projects on the works program.

For more information, please refer to the Role Description / Role Statement.

We celebrate diversity in creating a workplace culture that is built on respect, dignity and fairness. In return we offer a range of benefits which include:

A competitive remuneration package including employer superannuation contributions up to 12.75%

Annual leave loading of 17.5%

Salary packaging arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Access to study assistance program

Wellness Program

Corporate discounts from a range of leading private health companies

Employee Assistance Program

Work/life balance, variety and flexibility

Access to a centre of excellence of engineering and technical professionals to support research and innovation.

Applications to remain current for 12 months. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Job Details

Posted Date: November 22, 2025
Job Type: Altro
Location: Australia
Company: Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD

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