We’re hiring Structural Site Inspectors for immediate-start roles in Mackay, Queensland. This is not a FIFO role - you must be based locally to provide responsive engineering support to our valued Central Queensland clients. Relocation assistance is available, if required.

You will work across a variety of projects in ports, mines, and heavy industry, with a mix of site-based and Mackay office-based work. This hands-on role involves inspecting and reporting on the structural integrity of major materials handling assets such as conveyors, transfer towers, surge bins, bridges, offshore/marine structures, shiploaders, stackers/reclaimers, and dump stations. You’ll play a key role in identifying and managing structural defects, directly contributing to the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.

What we are looking for

We are seeking energetic and motivated Structural Site Inspectors to join our team and be actively involved in the inspection of major materials handling structures. We welcome applicants across experience levels:

Junior Structural Site Inspectors – Recent graduates (0–5 years) with some site inspection experience or a strong desire to gain hands-on exposure in heavy industry

Experienced Structural Site Inspectors – Postgraduates with 5-10+ years of engineering experience and demonstrated site inspection capability, responsible for assessing and reporting on the structural integrity of heavy industrial and materials handling structures and equipment

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering (must include Engineers Australia certification, if applicable)

Experienced Structural Site Inspectors – Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) and/or Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), desirable but not essential

Skills, experience and attributes

Structural steel and concrete inspection experience

Knowledge of structural steel and concrete design and analysis (preferred)

Hands-on site inspection experience, ideally in heavy industry and materials handling equipment

Familiarity with AS1170, AS4100, AS3600 (AS4324.1 preferred)

Well-developed verbal, oral and written English communication skills

Solid report writing and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated commitment to safety

Physically fit and able to work at heights and in confined spaces

Background in structural design or site project engineering in industrial environments

What we offer

Competitive salary, paid overtime and site hours incentive bonus payments

Opportunities for career progression and leadership development

Ongoing professional development and training

Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance

Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives, uniform laundering services and active staff social events

About us

Integral Engineering Pty Ltd is a leading structural engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the Central Queensland Ports and Bowen Basin. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective engineering solutions for our clients. Our team of highly skilled professionals is committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making Integral Engineering an employer of choice in the industry.

Apply now to join a dynamic team and make a tangible impact on the structural integrity of major industrial assets.