COASTAL ENGINEER - PT or FT - Sydney, Melbourne or Sunshine Coast

Are you an experienced Coastal Engineer seeking a supportive, flexible role in a growing team? We’re looking for a detail-loving Coastal Engineer to join us on a part-time or full-time basis. Whether you're after three, four or five days per week… we're open to your needs. 

"I get to work with so many smart and interesting people who genuinely care about each other and team wellbeing." Claire, Range team member.

About FSC Range

FSC Range provides engineering consulting services specialising in the transport, tourism, recreation, international development, energy, and community infrastructure sectors. We assist clients to deliver a wide variety of structural, coastal, ports and maritime and temporary works projects. We also provide asset advisory and project delivery services.

Why join FSC Range?

We are a people-first business, proud of our collaborative, inclusive culture. At FSC, you’ll be part of a high-performing team delivering smart solutions to complex projects. We value curiosity, care, and creativity… and it shows.

We’ve been named one of Australia’s Best Places to Work for three years running and are a WORK180-endorsed employer for women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at WORK 180 - https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/fsc-group-pty 

What you'll do

We are looking for a coastal engineer with experience in the analysis and/or design of coastal infrastructure. You will contribute to a variety of projects including major projects in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland, and smaller community projects for government authorities and contractors. You will also bring a passion for new ideas, approaches, and solutions to existing and emerging problems.

Your daily tasks will vary and may include:

• Managing project deliverables and interfacing with the client directly
• Coastal process data analysis, numerical modelling, and problem solving
• Design of coastal infrastructure such as nourishment, revetments, and groynes
• Condition assessment of existing infrastructure

Requirements

What we’re looking for

You will be a motivated and proactive Coastal Engineer with the right combination of energy and a commitment to learning, bring your perspective and skills to diverse projects, and an ambition to design your own career path.

You will also have: 

• 4+ years of experience in Consulting; (candidates with a Coastal Engineering degree will be considered with less experience)

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (Coastal Engineering preferred)
• Core skills in wave theory, coastal processes, and coastal modelling. but can also contribute to other projects outside this core area
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise positively with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of innovative client solutions
• Excellent report writing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Preferred skills:

• Knowledge of international codes such as USACE CEM and the Rock Manual
• Experience in the design of coastal infrastructure and/or structures
• Knowledge of how to translate coastal data (including numerical models) into real world solutions
• Practical on-site experience in the delivery of coastal infrastructure
• Proficient in Python programming language

Benefits

Our Benefits

• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave 
• Clear pathways for career growth and development 
• Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives 

• Supportive team environment 

What happens next?

Send us your CV and a short cover letter. We'll review applications promptly and reach out to shortlisted candidates for interviews. We're happy to chat about flexibility and what matters most to you.