Senior Civil Designer - 12d

KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we bring together global technical knowledge, local insight, and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges that matter.

Today's challenges demand more than just technical knowledge; they require collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the communities, industries, and environments that we support. At KCB, our team collaborates across regions and disciplines to bring practical thinking, technical excellence, and diverse perspectives to every project.

We are problem-solvers at heart. Our teams bring passion to complex challenges, integrity to every client relationship and excellence to the solutions we deliver for communities, industries, and future generations.

Guided by our long-term ambition of Globally Connected Excellence and our purpose of Sustaining the Future, we work alongside our clients to deliver lasting solutions that strengthen resilience and benefit future generations.

The Opportunity

As our Brisbane team continues to grow, we are seeking a Senior Civil Designer with advanced 12d Model experience to join our collaborative team of civil, geotechnical, water resources, and geological professionals.

This role is ideal for an experienced designer who enjoys working extensively within 12d Model to deliver practical, high-quality outcomes for the mining industry. You'll play a key role in the design and delivery of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs) and associated mine waste infrastructure, developing innovative and practical solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Working closely with engineers and fellow designers, you'll leverage 12d Model to develop complex 3D models, undertake earthworks design and analysis, and produce construction-ready documentation while driving technical excellence and supporting the development of junior team members.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed civil designs using 12d Model.

• Create, manage, and optimise complex 3D models for Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs) and associated mining infrastructure.

• Design and document tailings embankments, embankment raises, drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and large-scale earthworks.

• Produce construction-ready drawings, digital deliverables, earthworks quantities, and design documentation directly from 12d Model.

• Apply advanced 12d Model skills to develop efficient, accurate, and practical design solutions.

• Collaborate with civil, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, and geological specialists to deliver integrated project outcomes.

• Review and optimise designs to ensure compliance with project standards, client requirements, and industry best practice.

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers, particularly in relation to 12d Model and digital design workflows.

• Contribute technical input during design reviews, project planning, and problem-solving activities.

• Support continuous improvement in design processes, modelling standards, and digital delivery workflows.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years' experience in civil design and drafting, ideally within the mining or resources sector.

• Advanced proficiency in 12d Model, with demonstrated experience developing detailed 3D designs and construction documentation for Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs) and associated mining infrastructure.

• Proven experience designing and modelling TSFs, embankment raises, seepage and drainage systems, decant structures, spillways, containment structures, and large-scale earthworks.

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and digital design delivery processes.

• Experience producing earthworks models, quantity calculations, staging plans, and construction-ready documentation using 12d Model.

• A sound understanding of mine waste management infrastructure, dam safety principles, and relevant industry design standards.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality design outputs.

• An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

• The ability to provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Who You Are

You are a skilled and motivated designer, proficient in the use of 12d Model, who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and collaborating with experienced professionals. You take pride in producing quality work, embrace continuous learning, and are passionate about contributing to meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact.

Most importantly, you embody KCB's values of:

Passion – for great design, continuous improvement, and meaningful work.
Integrity – through accountability, professionalism, and trusted relationships.
Excellence – in the quality and accuracy of every deliverable.

What We Offer

KCB offers a unique environment where you'll enjoy the opportunities of a global consultancy while remaining connected to a supportive and accessible local team.

In addition to working on some of the industry's most challenging and rewarding projects, we offer:

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future;

• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family;

• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments;

• Purchase Leave: up to 15 additional annual leave days per annum;

• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options;

• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach;

• Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being;

• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning; and

• Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

Are you up to the challenge? Please apply online.
Contact Richard Lumb | Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist
07 3518 0925

About Us:

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here www.klohn.com.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2025).