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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking an experienced Pavements Engineer to join our Melbourne team and play a key role in delivering complex airfield pavement projects across Australia and the wider ANZ region. This role is firmly focused on aviation, with involvement across runways, taxiways, aprons and associated airside infrastructure at major and regional airports. You’ll work closely with airport operators and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, durable and operationally sound pavement solutions in live airfield environments.
How you’ll make a difference:
Leading the technical delivery of airfield pavement projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons and airside service areas
Applying strong knowledge of airfield pavement design standards and guidelines, such as CASA, ICAO, FAA and relevant Australian standards
Designing and assessing flexible and rigid airfield pavements subject to heavy aircraft loading and high operational demands
Preparing and reviewing technical reports, specifications and drawings across all project phases, from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction support
Reviewing and interpreting pavement investigation and testing data, including FWD, HWD, GPR, LWD, profiler and surface friction testing, with a focus on airfield performance and safety
Working closely with airport operators, contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects in live operational environments with minimal disruption to airport operations
Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical development within the aviation pavements space
QualificationsThe following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
Experienced Pavement Engineer specialising in pavement design , ideally RPEV with 15+ years experienceYou enjoy working in teams and leading projects based on your specialist knowledge as part of multi-disciplinary teams or managing relevant projectsProven experience in delivering projects, providing technical leadership, managing design processes, and working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to positively influence others are key.Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication, and a genuine focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.Additional InformationWhy you’ll love working with us
Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work optionsPurchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Volunteer and representation leaveFlex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you betterReady to push the limits of what’s possible?
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Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.
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