Design your future in paradise! Structural Engineer wanted in the Whitsundays – where career meets coastal lifestyle.
At STP Consultants we are a team driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and a culture that’s professional, positive, and genuinely enjoyable.
About STP Consultants
At STP, our values – Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver, Engage, guide how we work and support each other. For over 20 years, STP Consultants has been a trusted name in Queensland’s engineering landscape. As a privately owned, multidisciplinary consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering smart, practical, and forward-thinking solutions across a wide range of sectors including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire, and Seismic engineering.
Join us and be part of a team that’s building Queensland’s future.
Why Join Us?
We offer more than just a job, we offer a career that combines technical excellence, lifestyle, and long-term fulfilment.
• Competitive Compensation: A salary package designed to reflect your expertise and value.
• Career Growth: Genuine opportunities to expand your role, lead exciting projects, and make a lasting impact.
• Professional Development: Ongoing CPD support to keep your skills sharp and your ambitions on track.
• Work-Life Balance: Work where others holiday. The Whitsundays combines rewarding engineering projects with a lifestyle defined by beaches, reefs, and adventure.
• Flexibility That Works for You: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including the option to purchase additional leave.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) whenever you need it.
• Recognition & Rewards: Be celebrated through our employee referral and recognition programs.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a vibrant, supportive team that values diversity, collaboration, and regular social events.
• Stability & Reputation: Work with a respected, Australian-owned consultancy with a strong and diverse client base.
• Project Variety: Gain exposure to a wide range of projects, software, and clients-perfect for growing into a well-rounded Mechanical Engineer.
What makes this role special
• Endless Opportunity: Enjoy a steady pipeline of meaningful work. This is a career with longevity, not just a job.
• Local Legend Status: Become the go-to engineer in your community-the trusted expert clients and colleagues rely on.
• Client Loyalty: Build long-term relationships with faithful clients who value your expertise and consistency.
• Craftsmanship in Engineering: Elevate structural engineering to an artform, where precision meets creativity.
• Collaborative Design Culture: Work alongside visionary designers and creatives across Australia who challenge and inspire.
• No Corporate Ladder Climbing Required: Thrive in a role that values mastery and impact over hierarchy, perfect for those who prefer depth over titles.
• Remote Beach Site Supervision: Experience site visits to Whitsundays and Hamilton Island, overseeing construction in some of Australia’s most breathtaking locations.
About the role
Step into a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. This position offers a rich blend of technical design, detailed documentation, client engagement, and on-site experience. As a Structural Engineer, you’ll be instrumental in delivering innovative designs from concept to completion across a wide-ranging portfolio spanning residential, commercial, industrial, educational, civic, and coastal/cyclonic developments. You’ll work closely with our multi-disciplinary teams, gaining hands-on project experience, professional mentoring.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Design & Documentation: Deliver structural designs and documentation across concrete, steel, timber, and masonry-aligned with NCC and Australian Standards.
• Wind Loading Expertise: Apply your knowledge of wind codes-experience here is a strong advantage.
• Technical Reporting: Produce clear, professional reports and specifications to support project delivery.
• Coordination & Review: Review drawings and documents, providing markups that enhance team collaboration.
• Site Engagement: Attend site inspections, respond to RFIs, and support construction-phase queries.
• Quality & Systems: Contribute to QA, meet project timelines, and improve internal templates and workflows.
• Team Collaboration: Work with engineers, architects, and designers to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions.
About You
You’re a driven and detail-oriented Structural Engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys the challenge of diverse projects. You’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in a region where your skills truly matter.
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
• A bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering (essential)
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in structural design, with a strong foundation in residential and suspended concrete slab projects (essential)
• Solid understanding of Australian Standards and the NCC, with confidence designing in concrete, steel, timber, and masonry
• Proficiency in Revit (highly regarded)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and colleagues
• A current base in the Whitsundays region or you’re open to relocating (we’re happy to discuss relocation support)
• Full Australian working rights
• RPEQ registration is a bonus – but not a barrier. We’ll help you get there.
How to apply
Send your CV and cover letter (including availability) to careers@stpconsultants.com.au or click Apply.
Applications close: 28 November 2025 (early applications encouraged)
STP Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
