Civil Engineering Technician

As a Civil Engineering Technician, you conduct tests of construction materials, prepare sketches and tabulations, and assist in estimating costs to support Civil Engineering professionals.

Civil Engineering Technicians also help prepare plans and undertake testing for drainage, water supply, sewage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams and other structures.

Income Guide

$110,000

Desirable Skills

Planning and managing projects • Communicating clearly • Solving problems • Keeping things organised • Analytical thinking • Working calmly under pressure

A typical day may involve:

Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for Civil Engineering works
Performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing
Interpreting work assignment instructions using appropriate procedures and equipment
Collecting and analysing data
Estimating material costs
Making sure finished works meet specifications, regulations and contract provisions
Inspecting Civil Engineering works
Organising and supervising maintenance and repair work
Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils