Civil Engineering and Construction

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Engineering Tradesperson

An Engineering Tradesperson creates and maintains parts for construction projects, using various tools and machinery while managing multiple projects effectively.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Draftsperson

A Draftsperson creates technical drawings for construction or manufacturing, using CADD systems or traditional methods across various industries.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

CAD Operator

CAD Operators create construction design drawings, using software to meet standards and collaborate with architects and engineers.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

CAD Designer

A CAD Designer creates precise technical drawings using CAD software, collaborating with engineers and architects to ensure compliance with standards.

Avg yearly income $63,960
Skill level Advanced

Apprentice Engineer

An Apprentice Engineer trains in creating and maintaining machinery parts, uses various tools, and must follow instructions, work in teams, and be adaptable.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Beginner

Civil Engineer

Civil Engineers design and create infrastructure like buildings, bridges, and roads, collaborating with various professionals to realise their plans.

Avg yearly income $107,952
Skill level Advanced

Development Engineer

A Development Engineer designs and oversees construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective communication with stakeholders.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

Structural Engineer

A Structural Engineer designs, tests, and ensures the safety of structures, selecting materials and overseeing development while ensuring compliance.

Avg yearly income $118,040
Skill level Advanced

Site Engineer

A Site Engineer coordinates civil construction projects, ensures timely progress, manages resources, monitors costs, and maintains stakeholder communication.

Avg yearly income $118,040
Skill level Advanced

Construction Engineer

A Construction Engineer manages the planning and execution of infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Avg yearly income $89,960
Skill level Advanced

Civil Design Engineer

A Civil Design Engineer creates safe, sustainable infrastructure designs like roads and bridges, collaborating with teams to meet regulatory standards.

Avg yearly income $114,400
Skill level Advanced

Hydraulic Designer

A Hydraulic Designer plans plumbing systems, focusing on rainwater distribution, waste treatment, and multitasking efficiently.

Avg yearly income $91,000
Skill level Advanced

Advanced Engineering Tradesperson

An Advanced Engineering Tradesperson handles complex projects, using tools and machinery, leading teams, and ensuring quality and safety standards.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Engineering Technician

An Engineering Technician supports engineers in designing and maintaining systems across various sectors, ensuring project standards and efficiency.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

Geospatial Engineer

A Geospatial Engineer uses engineering principles and GIS technologies to collect and analyse geographic data for urban planning and infrastructure.

Avg yearly income $72,176
Skill level Advanced

Hydraulic Engineer

A Hydraulic Engineer designs fluid management systems, focusing on efficiency and safety in water treatment and infrastructure projects.

Avg yearly income $73,320
Skill level Advanced

Planning Engineer

Planning Engineers manage civil engineering projects from design to completion, ensuring proper materials and budgeting for structures like roads and bridges.

Avg yearly income $139,880
Skill level Advanced

Geotechnical Engineer

A Geotechnical Engineer conducts soil and groundwater analysis, designs foundations, and ensures safety compliance across infrastructure and mining projects.

Avg yearly income $124,280
Skill level Advanced

Engineering Consultant

An Engineering Consultant advises on construction projects, monitors progress, recommends materials, and ensures compliance with regulations.

Avg yearly income $122,200
Skill level Advanced

Structural Project Manager

A Structural Project Manager oversees structural projects, ensuring they meet specifications, safety standards, and budgets while coordinating teams and resolving issues.

Avg yearly income $111,072
Skill level Advanced

Building Services Engineer

A Building Services Engineer designs and manages essential systems like HVAC and plumbing to ensure buildings are functional, comfortable, and efficient.

Avg yearly income $119,964
Skill level Advanced

Civil Designer

A Civil Designer manages civil engineering projects, designs infrastructure, selects materials, and evaluates sites, ensuring safety and adherence to procedures.

Avg yearly income $108,004
Skill level Advanced

Architectural Engineer

An Architectural Engineer designs and manages the construction of buildings, ensuring they are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing while adhering to regulations.

Avg yearly income $90,012
Skill level Advanced

Coastal Engineer

A Coastal Engineer designs and manages projects to protect coastlines and infrastructure, focusing on erosion mitigation and sustainable development.

Avg yearly income $90,064
Skill level Advanced

Civil Engineering Technician

A Civil Engineering Technician assists in designing infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with standards while managing materials and monitoring progress.

Avg yearly income $83,720
Skill level Advanced

Facade Engineer

A Facade Engineer designs and supervises building facades to ensure functionality and aesthetics while ensuring structural integrity and energy efficiency.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Asset Engineer

An Asset Engineer manages equipment installation and maintenance, conducting tests, repairs, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with a team.

Avg yearly income $108,160
Skill level Advanced

Junior Engineer

A Junior Engineer assists senior engineers in designing and maintaining projects, conducting inspections, and analysing data to ensure success.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in civil engineering and construction

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Civil and Structural Engineering)
On Campus, Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Engineer Civil Engineer Site Engineer
Structural Engineer Development Engineer Civil Design Engineer Construction Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Engineer Civil Engineer Site Engineer Structural Engineer Development Engineer Civil Design Engineer Construction Engineer + 4 more

Master of Engineering (Civil: Structural)
On Campus, Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BIM Manager Structural Engineer Design Engineer
Architectural Engineer Civil Engineer Project Engineer Facade Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BIM Manager Structural Engineer Design Engineer Architectural Engineer Civil Engineer Project Engineer Facade Engineer + 4 more

Doctor of Engineering
On Campus, Online
36 months
$38,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Project Manager Product Development Engineer University Professor
Automation Engineer Chief Engineer Research Engineer Propulsion Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Senior Project Manager Product Development Engineer University Professor Automation Engineer Chief Engineer Research Engineer Propulsion Engineer + 4 more
52873WA

Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Draftsperson Advanced Engineering Tradesperson CAD Operator
Construction Estimator Draftsperson Project Coordinator Engineering Technician Civil Modeller Civil Construction Designer Structural Drafter
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Draftsperson Advanced Engineering Tradesperson CAD Operator Construction Estimator Draftsperson Project Coordinator Engineering Technician Civil Modeller Civil Construction Designer Structural Drafter + 7 more
52884WA

Advanced Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Maintenance Engineer CAD Designer
Field Engineer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Maintenance Engineer CAD Designer Field Engineer + 1 more

Graduate Certificate in Civil Engineering: Structural
Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Structural Project Manager Civil Design Engineer Structural Engineer
Engineering Consultant Site Engineer Draftsperson Civil Engineer Planning Engineer Quantity Surveyor Geotechnical Engineer
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Structural Project Manager Civil Design Engineer Structural Engineer Engineering Consultant Site Engineer Draftsperson Civil Engineer Planning Engineer Quantity Surveyor Geotechnical Engineer + 7 more

Undergraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering
Online
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Estimator Project Administrator Site Engineer
Civil Designer Civil Draftsperson Civil Engineering Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Estimator Project Administrator Site Engineer Civil Designer Civil Draftsperson Civil Engineering Technician + 3 more

Undergraduate Certificate in Electrical Engineering
Online
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Engineering Technician Draftsperson Telecommunications Technician
Substation Technician Instrumentation Technician Technical Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Engineering Technician Draftsperson Telecommunications Technician Substation Technician Instrumentation Technician Technical Officer + 3 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Site Supervisor Maintenance Engineer Refrigeration Mechanic
Automation Technician Building Services Engineer Sustainability Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Site Supervisor Maintenance Engineer Refrigeration Mechanic Automation Technician Building Services Engineer Sustainability Consultant + 3 more

Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Project Manager
Mechanical Engineer Design Engineer Engineering Consultant Quality Assurance Engineer Aeronautical Engineer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Maintenance Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Project Manager Mechanical Engineer Design Engineer Engineering Consultant Quality Assurance Engineer Aeronautical Engineer + 5 more

Undergraduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Online
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Technical Officer Production Technician Plant Technician
Draftsperson Engineering Technician Manufacturing Technician Mechanical Engineering Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Technical Officer Production Technician Plant Technician Draftsperson Engineering Technician Manufacturing Technician Mechanical Engineering Technician + 4 more

Undergraduate Certificate in Industrial Automation Engineering
Online
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Technician Engineering Technician Electrical Technician
Automation Technician Instrumentation Technician Apprentice Industrial Designer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Manufacturing Technician Engineering Technician Electrical Technician Automation Technician Instrumentation Technician Apprentice Industrial Designer + 3 more
52896WA

Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering (Materials Testing)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineering Technician CAD Operator Draftsperson
Laboratory Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineering Technician CAD Operator Draftsperson Laboratory Technician + 1 more
52894WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Substation Technician Electrical Technician Power Systems Technical Officer
Engineering Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Substation Technician Electrical Technician Power Systems Technical Officer Engineering Technician + 1 more
52888WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry)
Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Engineering Technician Power Systems Technical Officer Electrical Technician
Control Technician Substation Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Engineering Technician Power Systems Technical Officer Electrical Technician Control Technician Substation Technician + 2 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical Systems)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grid Connection Engineer Electrical Designer Engineering Consultant
Design Engineer Maintenance Engineer Production Manager Electrical Engineer Project Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grid Connection Engineer Electrical Designer Engineering Consultant Design Engineer Maintenance Engineer Production Manager Electrical Engineer Project Manager + 5 more

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Civil: Structural)
Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineer Project Engineer Engineering Consultant
Structural Engineer Construction Engineer Transport Engineer Infrastructure Engineer Structural Project Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Engineer Project Engineer Engineering Consultant Structural Engineer Construction Engineer Transport Engineer Infrastructure Engineer Structural Project Manager + 5 more

Undergraduate Certificate in Engineering Foundations
Online
6 months
$4,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Civil Engineering Technician Manufacturing Technician
Engineering Technician Project Engineer Technical Officer Laboratory Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Civil Engineering Technician Manufacturing Technician Engineering Technician Project Engineer Technical Officer Laboratory Technician + 4 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Fundamentals for Non-Electrical Engineers
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Manager Building Services Engineer Safety Officer
Electrical Design Engineer Asset Manager Field Engineer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Manager Building Services Engineer Safety Officer Electrical Design Engineer Asset Manager Field Engineer + 3 more

Professional Certificate of Competency in Repair of Concrete
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Structural Engineer Site Engineer Building Inspector
Construction Supervisor Civil Engineer Civil Engineering Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Structural Engineer Site Engineer Building Inspector Construction Supervisor Civil Engineer Civil Engineering Technician + 3 more
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