Senior Civil Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.
About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.
Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Engineering Team. Reporting to the Civil / Structural Discipline Manager, you will be required to work across a continuous succession of projects as they progress through the project lifecycle from early concept development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
This role will be based at our new Head Office on St Georges Tce, Perth. Adjacent to the train station, the City office has state of the art end of journey facilities, including secure storage for bicycles and scooters, a gym, tennis court, basketball hoop and a swimming pool available for all Primero employees.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Deliver civil engineering design solutions for mining, mineral processing and resource sector projects.
- Ensure compliance of design products with the Design Procedure.
- Produce and ensure design products comply with applicable legislation, standards, client, third party and project requirements.
- Take ownership of technical compliance and quality of civil engineering deliverables.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to achieve integrated project outcomes.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.
- Engage with clients, vendors and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support project execution.
- Ensure design products are delivered in accordance with the project budget and schedule.
- Ensure designs are fit for purpose and consider all aspects including, cost, constructability, operability and maintainability.
What You ‘Can Do’
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering (recognised by IEAust).
- 6+ years’ civil engineering experience in the mining/mineral processing or resource sector.
- Strong technical knowledge of Civil Engineering Design including earthworks, roads, drainage, hardstands, and site infrastructure.
- Demonstrated experience delivering Civil Engineering packages through feasibility, detailed design and construction support phases.
- Thorough understanding and practical application of relevant Australian Standards, Industry Codes, and Engineering best practices.
- Ability to interpret client specific requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Knowledge and practical application of design theories, principles and practices.
- Experience with development of technical engineering documents, drawings, schedules, and models.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD, with the ability to review and guide civil design outputs.
- A team player with the ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplined project teams.
- Site experience during construction is advantageous.
- Demonstrated planning and organisation skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to continued professional development.
- Strong work ethic.
What we ‘Can Do’ for you:
- Competitive Compensation
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Career Opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health and Wellbeing Support
- Benefits & Discounts
- Employee Referral Rewards
If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.
Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.
APPLY NOW
If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please apply now.
Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
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