Engineering Jobs in Australia

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At Hays, we recruit for a comprehensive range of engineering jobs, including for civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers. With unparalleled recruiting expertise and an in-depth knowledge of Australia’s engineering jobs market, we are proud to work with leading employers.

We always have a comprehensive range of engineering jobs available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin, etc.

When working with us, you’ll gain instant access to this network of employers, who rely on us to keep them informed of the best new talent as soon as it becomes available.

Furthermore, as a true vertical player we understand what hiring managers are looking for. Importantly, our expert consultants will take the time to find out what you really need from your next job to offer a personalised recruitment service that ensures you achieve your work ambitions.

The engineering jobs we recruit

We place engineering specialists into every kind of engineering position across the private and public sectors, including permanent positions, contract roles and temporary assignments.

So, whether you’re looking for your next Maintenance Officer, Electrical Fitter, Crane Boilermaker, or Bridge Engineer job, to name but a few, we can bring the opportunities to you. 

Benefit from expert engineering jobs advice & industy insights 

Our consultants have unparalleled recruiting expertise and an in-depth knowledge of Australia’s engineering jobs market. For help securing your next role, we can offer objective advice, ranging from CV tips to career planning. Our advice will help guide you through every stage of your job search.

One common question we’re asked is, “How much do engineers earn?” We can share typical salaries with you too.  Find out more industry insights by reading our Modern Engineer Report where we present our findings on what makes a modern Engineer.

We’re also available to share an update on the local engineering jobs market and information on the experience that will make your next career move possible.

An innovative approach to finding your next job in engineering 

We’ve equipped our consultants with the latest innovative technology to ensure they can find the ideal match between candidate and job more quickly and effectively than ever before. This includes utilising data science tools and digital technologies through our ‘Find & Engage’ solution and investing in artificial intelligence techniques and machine learning tools.

Regardless of the engineering job you’re looking for, we believe that the right job can transform a person’s life and the right person can transform an organisation. We have the technology, depth of expertise and market insight to make that happen – both in your next job as well as throughout your lifelong career.
 

Browse engineering jobs in Australia

With offices across the country, you can be confident you’ll find an engineering job in Australia local to you. Our job database features hundreds of engineering jobs in Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, Canberra, Darwin and Adelaide, as well as other cities and regional locations.
 

Start your job search

Search for engineering jobs below or speak to a recruiting expert at your local Hays office to find out more about our services. 
 

What else can you do to aid your engineering job search?

  1. Download our job search planner to plan a winning job search strategy
  2. Expand your knowledge with our Hays Salary Guide or Career Advice
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  4. Register for job alerts so you never miss an opportunity
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  6. Can’t find the right job? Register your CV so we have your details
  7. While you wait for us to connect you with the right job, brush up on your interview skills.

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