We’re always looking for people.

If there are no current vacancies listed, we still encourage you to send us your resume and a brief introduction. Tell us about your skills and interests and we’ll keep your details on file and be in touch when something suitable comes up.

The Opportunity

We are always interested in hearing from people who want to be part of our team. Whether you are an experienced plant operator, civil worker, or looking to grow your skills across both areas, there are opportunities to contribute to major projects across Tasmania.

What You’ll Do

As part of our crews, you’ll support the delivery of civil projects across the state. This may include:

• Operating plant and machinery such as excavators, loaders, rollers, dozers, graders, skid steers, and water carts.
• Assisting with general civil tasks, including concreting, pipe laying, formwork, levelling, and traffic management.
• Working safely, following procedures, and supporting project efficiency as part of a team.

What You’ll Bring

To be considered, you’ll need:

• An unrestricted driver’s licence.
• A Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• A willingness to travel across Tasmania for project work.

Why Join Shaw?

• Professional development & training – investment in your learning, with pathways to additional tickets, licences, and nationally recognised qualifications to help you grow your career.
• Competitive wages – with allowances and overtime payable under our Enterprise Agreement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential wellbeing support.
• Safety-first culture – Zero Harm is our commitment.
• Project variety – work on projects that matter to Tasmanian communities.

Important Information

Roles involve working in high-risk civil construction environments and may require statewide travel. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.

All applications will be treated with strict confidence.
To apply please email your cover letter and resume to
info@shawcontracting.com.au

Shaw Contracting (Aust) Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

Build Tasmania’s Future with Shaw

Shaw Contracting is seeking a motivated Business Development Engineer to join our Business Development team in Launceston.

This role is ideal for a technically minded engineer who enjoys analysing designs, solving problems, working with data, and completing tender preparation—while still wanting clear pathways into on-site engineering, project delivery and future project management roles.

You’ll gain exposure to the entire project lifecycle: from estimating and bidding, through to project commencement planning—giving you a strong foundation for a long-term civil engineering career.

About the Role

As a Business Development Engineer, you will:

• Interpret drawings, specs and scope to support accurate estimating and tender development.
• Contribute engineering insight into methodology, buildability and cost-effective delivery.
• Assist with tender handover and support project teams during job commencement.
• Work closely with the Tender Manager and Business Development Manager to help secure new work.
• Use modern digital tools (Excel, AI tools, PowerPoint/Canva/InDesign) to create high-quality technical content, visuals and analysis.
• Build foundational relationships with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an early career engineer who wants to broaden their skillset beyond traditional field roles, gain valuable commercial experience, and develop into a well-rounded civil professional.

Why Join Shaw?

We offer an environment focused on growing new talent, with genuine opportunities to build your engineering career.

What You’ll Gain?

• Defined development pathway from Business Development → Estimating → Site Engineering → Project Engineering → Project Management
• Exposure to office-based technical work and field-based project operations into the future
• Training in estimating, digital tools, tender planning and engineering fundamentals
• Supportive leadership and mentorship from experienced tender and project delivery teams
• Opportunities to work across road, civil, dam, irrigation and mining projects across Tasmania
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Competitive salary aligned with early-career engineers
• Permanent, full-time role based in Launceston

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
• 2–5 years’ post-graduation experience (graduates encouraged to apply)
• Strong analytical skills and interest in cost modelling, drawings, methodology and problem solving
• Curiosity and willingness to learn estimating, digital tools and business development processes
• Confident communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities during tender deadlines
• White Card and driver’s licence

Build Your Career With Us

If you’re a motivated engineering graduate looking for a career that blends technical expertise with commercial and project delivery skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help Shaw Contracting continue to build Tasmania’s future
Submit your resume and cover letter via Seek: please click HERE
or email your resume to info@shawcontracting.com.au
Applications close the 7th of January 2026

About Us

Shaw Contracting is a Tasmanian-owned civil construction and mining contractor delivering projects that shape our state — from roads and dams to irrigation and infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of works and over 100 skilled people, we’re proud to live by our philosophy of Building Tasmania’s Future.

The Opportunity

Shaw Contracting is embarking on an exciting phase of expansion in Tasmania’s North West, and we’re looking for a motivated Project Engineer to join our team for an 18-month fixed-term contract.

Based primarily in the North West region, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-impact civil infrastructure projects while working alongside experienced Project Managers and Supervisors. This position offers genuine exposure to diverse project types, hands-on technical leadership, and the opportunity to make your mark on some of Tasmania’s most significant infrastructure developments.

With our strong project pipeline and commitment to developing our people, this contract role provides a clear pathway to future opportunities within our growing business.

What You’ll Do

• Provide technical and engineering support across a variety of civil projects.
• Interpret drawings, standards, and specifications to guide site execution.
• Prepare and monitor ITPs, quality records and site documentation.
• Assist Project Managers with planning, budgets, schedules and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental and quality management systems.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and consultants on technical matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• 2–4 years’ post-graduate engineering experience in civil construction.
• Demonstrated capability in road, dam, irrigation, mining or infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to interpret drawings and manage site documentation.
• Working knowledge of WHS requirements and compliance processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and exposure to project management software.
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence (essential).
• Highly regarded: Professional registration with Engineers Australia, First Aid/CPR, and Tasmanian project exposure.

Why Join Shaw?

• Generous leave provisions – more time for life outside work.
• Professional development & training – build your career with ongoing support.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential wellbeing support.
• Strong safety-first culture – Zero Harm is our commitment.
• Diverse projects statewide – roads, dams, irrigation, mining and more.
• Job security – permanent employment with a Tasmanian-owned company and strong pipeline of works.
• Salary based on experience – competitive remuneration for the right candidate.

Important Information

This is an 18-month fixed-term contract with the project based primarily in North West Tasmania. The role is ideally suited to candidates already residing in Tasmania or those genuinely committed to relocating for regional project work.

Be part of a company that’s Building Tasmania’s Future —
For our people, our projects and our communities
Submit your resume and cover letter via Seek: please click HERE
Applications close the 16th of January 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.