Global Engineering Consultancy, with great career opportunities
Work on major Urban Development and Infrastructure Projects
Opportunity to upskill and learn Civil 12D
Flexible working arrangements - hybrid model
About SMEC
SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.
With over 16,500 employees working out of 120 offices in 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, UK, Africa, North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development and Management Services expertise to our clients worldwide.
The Role
We are currently seeking a Drafter - Urban Development to contribute to the development and production of project deliverables in our Brisbane office. Successful candidates will work alongside a specialist team of engineers, designers, and drafters, to coordinate and take lead on project delivery across various civil projects.
Candidates will work on a variety of projects including:
Town centre main street upgrades
Solar farm designs
Design of construction camps for major infrastructure projects
Townhouse developments
Residential subdivisions (30 to 900 lots)
Town centre land and housing urban renewals
Master plan communities
Intersection road upgrades
Key Responsibilities
Drafting and delivery of major civil projects using AutoCAD
Ensuring that analysis and design tasks undertaken meet appropriate technical standards and the requirements of the client and SMEC
Delivering projects under strict timescales, whilst ensuring quality performance meets with SMEC objectives
Liaising with the engineering team, external stakeholders, and clients for project specifications and details
About You
Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or equivalent professional tertiary Civil Drafting qualification
Minimum 3 years Civil drafting experience
AutoCAD proficiency
Previous drafting experience of urban / land development projects
A proven understanding of Australian Standards and local regulations
In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.
Salary on offer for this role is $85,000 - $97,000 including superannuation
How to Apply
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts.
Applications dates are 18th September 2025 - 17th October 2025
All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role does not require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
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What We Do
SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with a 70-year history of delivering advanced solutions on a global scale across urban development, infrastructure and management services industries.
We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower and renewable energy sectors.
SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world.
Joining the Surbana Jurong Group in 2016, SMEC is part of a family of specialists. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities.
For the latest news, visit our newsroom www.smec.com/newsroom or read about the innovations and solutions shaping our communities on our Infocus blog www.smec.com/infocus.
At SMEC, our global workforce is made up of experts who bring unique talent, experience and passion to their fields. We offer a rewarding career path for enthusiastic and collaborative achievers who are motivated to make a difference. For more information or to view current vacancies visit www.smec.com/careers.
