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Temp Principal Engineer (Civil)


South Coast Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Nerang

We have multiple temporary positions available for high performing Engineers to fill vacancies across a number of business areas within our region to support the delivery of road infrastructure projects. These are long-term temporary vacancies varying in length from 1 to 2 years.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Engineering & Surveying
Classification PO5
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/672329/25
Closing date 02-Mar-2026
Job duration 1 year with possible extension
Contact person Amanda Davis
Contact details Phone: 07 5563 6479
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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 planning and design through to construction. Including Coomera Connect 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)
  • Extensive experience in applying program/project management principals to lead the delivery of high value infrastructure projects.
  • Extensive technical expertise and ability to administer contracts to support the design, construction and maintenance processes.
  • Experience in providing reports on the progress of works including actual and forecast of expenditure.
  • Ability to manage the development of project plans and design budget in the project development phase.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice and solutions with respect to traffic and transport planning.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide traffic engineering advice.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to work through priorities and deliver outcomes.
  • Ability to manage expectations and issues of internal/external stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to build relationships and lead others.

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

Job Ad Reference: QLD/672329/25

Closing Date: Monday, 2 March 2026

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