Forensic Engineer

New South Wales
Permanent
Full-time

8 days ago

Job Category: Fee EarningJob Description:We are open to hearing from you if you have remedial/structural engineering experience, and most importantly, have a can-do attitude, and are willing to grow your career within the forensic engineering/insurance space.What's in it for You?

Competitive remuneration package where you can earn up to 40% of your salary through a performance bonus + car allowance
Join a well-established global company and supportive close-knit team
Long-term career development opportunities at your fingertips
Tangible performance-based bonus that recognises your effort

About Our CultureAt Crawford, we value our people; as such, we hire for attitude and train for skill and offer a supportive and positive work environment so our people are always developing their skills and expertise to thrive in their role.We are seeking someone that can do the job, but just as important, are able to add to the already great culture of our team and can demonstrate the qualities below, because it's who you are.Drive - you are intrinsically motivated to give your best that is manifested through the high quality of your work and customer service.Integrity - you are impeccable with your word and follow through on your commitments.Growth mindset - you encourage collaboration in every interaction and welcome feedback in order to grow and also impart your learning with your team.About the OpportunityWe are seeking a Forensic Engineer to provide expert advice on all things forensic engineering in our CRD Team. CRD is a division of Crawford which offers Engineering, Quantity Surveying and Building Consultancy services to the insurance industry. To learn more about CRD, then please visit www.crawco.com.au/crd.As a Forensic Engineer, you will be:

Inspecting and reporting on building related matters i.e., preparing causation reports on defects and damages to buildings and associated structures
Providing technical advice and detailed scope of works and cost estimates in accordance with Australian Standards and Building Code of Australia
Dealing with a variety of stakeholders at any given time, including Insureds, general public, builders and insurers

About YouThe role will suit candidates who can demonstrate:

Sound technical experience in Forensic Engineering (min 3+ years)
Excellent technical report writing skills
Excellent client relationship and communication skills
High motivation, responsibility, sound judgement and customer focus
Previous experience documenting and leading a diverse range of projects
Ability to perform in a fast-paced consulting environment with competing demands
Strong commercial and business sense

Key Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably structural engineering)
Chartered Engineer (CPEng) or National Engineering Register (NER) qualified
At least 3 years' experience as a Civil/Structural Engineer
A thorough knowledge of the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards
Experience working in a fast-paced environment; preferably within the insurance industry
Experience working with legal firms and insurance companies (highly desirable)
Ability to scope and estimate cost of repairs to domestic, commercial and industrial properties
Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings

Crawford is committed to being an inclusive workplace that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value diversity of thought, experience and perspective and aim to create a workplace where our people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnicity.It is the policy of Crawford & Company that all successful employees consent to a national police check. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency status.Interested? Please submit a short cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role along with your resume.

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