Lead delivery of underground ground engineering and tunnelling projects for major water infrastructure

AECOM Ground Engineering & Tunnelling Opportunities

AECOM's Water team is delivering some of the most significant water infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand, supported by a strong pipeline of work, long-term investment in major programs, and the strength of our global network.

As we continue to expand our Ground Engineering and Tunnelling capability, we're seeking talented professionals for our planned major growth across 2027. These will be opportunities for professionals who want to work on technically complex underground infrastructure projects, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and build a rewarding long-term career with AECOM.

Ground Engineering and Tunnelling at AECOM offers the opportunity to work across some of Australia and New Zealand's most significant water infrastructure programs, including major conveyance systems, underground assets, treatment facilities, resilience projects and large-scale tunnelling works.

With opportunities across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Auckland and Wellington, you can be based from any of our Australia and New Zealand offices while contributing to projects of regional, national and international significance.

Whether you're an emerging professional, an experienced technical specialist or an established leader, we offer the opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful projects while enjoying the flexibility and support to shape your own career.

You'll be joining a team delivering some of the most complex and impactful underground infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand, supported by global expertise, industry-leading technology and a collaborative culture. You'll also enjoy:

  • A market-leading pipeline of Ground Engineering and Tunnelling projects
  • Opportunities to work across Australia, New Zealand and globally
  • Exposure to major water, transport, energy, resources and underground infrastructure programs
  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary teams spanning planning, design, construction, advisory and operations
  • Clear pathways into technical leadership, project leadership and people leadership roles
  • Access to global technical specialists, digital engineering tools and advanced modelling capabilities
  • A culture that values innovation, collaboration and professional growth

In addition, you'll benefit from:

  • A culture of inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging - where your unique perspectives help us create better outcomes.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times and hybrid work options
  • Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave
  • Volunteer and representation leave
  • Flex public holidays

We welcome interest from professionals across the broader Ground Engineering and Tunnelling sector. Whether your expertise lies in geotechnical engineering, tunnelling design, underground construction, project delivery, technical leadership or construction support, we'd love to hear from you.

As we continue to grow our teams across the East Coast, we are particularly interested in hearing from:

  • Ground Engineering and Tunnelling Technical Advisors, Subject Matter Experts and Technical Leaders
  • Geotechnical and Ground Engineering Specialists
  • Tunnelling Engineers
  • Tunnel Design and Construction Leads
  • Tunnel Project Managers and Design Managers
  • Field and Site Engineers (Geotechnical / Tunnelling)
  • Construction Support, QA and Risk Specialists

We are interested in hearing from professionals at all career stages, from emerging and developing professionals through to experienced specialists, project leaders and technical experts.

We welcome expressions of interest from candidates who bring:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline
  • Experience or strong interest in Ground Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering and/or Tunnelling
  • Exposure to water, civil, transport, underground or major infrastructure projects
  • Strong collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
  • Professional registration, Chartership (CPEng) or equivalent recognised experience (desirable)
  • The ability to contribute technically and strategically across projects, programs and client relationships

Don't worry if you don't meet every requirement. If you're passionate about underground infrastructure and interested in exploring future opportunities with AECOM, we'd love to hear from you.

At AECOM, there is no single career path.

You may be looking to deepen your technical expertise in geotechnics or tunnelling, lead the delivery of major underground infrastructure programs, grow into technical or people leadership, or broaden your experience across different sectors and geographies.

Whatever your ambition, we'll help you build a career that aligns with your strengths, interests and aspirations.

If you're passionate about delivering the critical underground infrastructure that communities depend on and want to help shape the future of water infrastructure across Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your interest, including your preferred location and area of expertise, and we'll connect you with opportunities across our growing Ground Engineering and Tunnelling team.

Join AECOM and help deliver the underground infrastructure that supports resilient, sustainable and thriving communities.

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