About the Business
O’Hearn Consulting is an Australian engineering consultancy with more than 25 years of experience specialising in crane engineering, temporary works and related structural and mechanical engineering services.
The company provides engineering design and assessment for crane configurations, foundations, ties, modifications, lifting appliances and temporary works. Its services also include critical repair assessments, accident and failure investigations, major inspection supervision, technical reporting and onsite inspections of cranes and associated equipment.
O’Hearn Consulting combines engineering design and documentation with practical onsite inspections, applying relevant Australian Standards, building requirements, engineering principles and manufacturer specifications.
About the Role:
O’Hearn Consulting is seeking a full-time Structural Engineer (Temporary Works) to support structural and mechanical engineering projects involving cranes, lifting equipment and temporary works.
Working under the supervision of senior engineers, the role will involve engineering calculations, design documentation, technical investigations, site inspections and preparation of engineering reports. The position requires sound technical judgement and the ability to work safely in active construction environments.
Salary: AUD $85,000 - $90,000 plus superannuation
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hrs per week)
Tasks and Responsibilities:
· Prepare the design and documentation for mechanical and structural designs. The preparation of designs may include hand calculations, FEA calculations and calculations using other forms of computer programs available to you. The preparation of documentation may include the marking up of plans, instruction and management of other engineering staff and carrying out computer and hand drafting as required.
· Under the supervision of the Senior Engineer carry out the structural and mechanical design and documentation of structural and mechanical elements, which may consist of one or more of the following materials: Steel, Concrete, Timber, Aluminium, Plastics (including FRP), and other materials. The structural design is to be carried out in accordance with engineering principals, the codes of Standards Australia, the BCA, Council requirements, international standards, or manufacturer’s technical specifications or requirements as they may apply.
· Under the management of the Senior Engineer, carry out investigations and prepare engineering reports for structures and machines as required to determine the condition and/or cause of failure and/or recommendations for repair work that may be required.
· Occasional work outside normal 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday business hours is an expectation for the Temporary Works Engineer when critical stages of projects require inspection or rapid design response.
· Under the management of the Senior Engineer, carry out site inspections and help in the preparation of site reports for the construction of building and temporary works.
· The attendance at design meetings and liaison with others working in the project team forms an integral part of the engineering design and documentation process.
· Develop and maintain a level of health and fitness to be able to safely carry out site inspections which may include the ability to climb and inspect tower crane, concrete boom pump, hoist equipment post installation on sites.
· Perform professional engineering work involving independence in approach, demanding a considerable degree of originality, ingenuity, judgement, and knowledge in all areas of Temporary Works Engineering.
Qualifications and Work Experience Required:
· Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
· Master’s degree highly regarded.
· At least 2 years of relevant professional engineering experience, preferably involving structural engineering, temporary works, cranes, lifting systems or heavy construction equipment.
· Knowledge of steel and concrete design, relevant Australian Standards and applicable construction requirements.
· Experience with structural analysis, FEA and engineering design software.
· Knowledge of crane foundations, ties, support structures, temporary works systems and lifting equipment is highly regarded.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and organisational skills.
· Ability and willingness to safely undertake onsite and elevated equipment inspections and travel to construction sites as required.
· Current Australian driver’s licence is essential..
Application Process
Applicants who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply and provide a detailed outline of their suitability for the position.
Applications will be accepted for four (4) weeks from the date of advertisement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pay: $85,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
