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North East Link: segments of the first TBM lowered into the ground
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The segments of North East Link’s first tunnel boring machine, which will dig the twin road tunnels, have been lowered into the ground.
Save the date: ACA announces Foundations and Frontiers (FF24) construction forum in Sydney
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The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) will hold a construction industry forum ‘Foundations and Frontiers (FF24)’ on 8 August in Sydney.
Inland Rail works full steam ahead following major Stockinbingal to Parkes track possession
Inland Rail and Matinus make great progress across multiple sites during a track possession window for the Stockinbingal to Parkes section.
New Zealand
New Zealand: Engineers earning more as average salaries increase
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According to Engineering New Zealand, Engineers in NZ are earning more with an average salary increases of 7.8% over the past year.
Decisions lodged for Auckland’s Airport to Botany Rapid Transit project
NZTA and Auckland Transport have now lodged Notices of Requirement decisions for Auckland’s Airport to Botany Rapid Transit project.
New Zealand to fast-track major infrastructure projects as bill approved
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A bill to fast-track consenting regime for infrastructure projects in New Zealand has been approved by Cabinet.
New Zealand announces $20 billion land transport package
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The $20b transport package announced by New Zealand will include a $500m Pothole Prevention Fund and 15 new Roads of National Significance.
Surveying
Leica Geosystems launches Leica TerrainMapper-3 airborne LiDAR sensor
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The new Leica TerrainMapper-3 airborne LiDAR sensor launched by Leica Geosystems provides three scan patterns and planimetric accuracy.
Trimble and DroneDeploy collaborate for streamlined workflow for reality capture from drones
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The integration of Trimble’s Applanix POSPac Cloud and DroneDeploy’s CentrePoint drone mapping capabilities will streamline workflow.
National Highways trials an autonomous robot dog as part of geotechnical surveys
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National Highways, BAM Ritchies, and AECOM are testing an autonomous robot dog in geotechnical surveys across South West road networks.
ANZSCO proposed changes to better reflect geospatial and surveying occupations
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The Geospatial Council of Australia has proposed changes to ANZSCO to secure greater recognition for geospatial and surveying professions.
Projects
Project Spotlight: Cross River Rail
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Cross River Rail is a new 10.2-kilometre rail line which includes 5.9 kilometres of a tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD.
Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) – Melbourne’s biggest infrastructure investment
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The Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is a 90-kilometre rail loop of the Melbourne metropolitan area and Victoria’s biggest infrastructure investment.
Project Spotlight: M12 Motorway
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The M12 Motorway is a major road infrastructure project that will provide direct access to the Western Sydney International Airport.
Project Spotlight: Parramatta Light Rail
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The Parramatta Light Rail transportation project in Sydney consists of 30 stops and 22km of track, aimed to improve connectivity and growth.
Companies
John Holland appoints a new Chief Operating Officer
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With over 30 years of construction industry experience, David Lehmann has been announced as the new Chief Operating Officer for John Holland.
ACCIONA posts €541 million net profit in 2023
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ACCIONA closes 2023 with a net profit of €541m, reflecting the good performance in the company’s infrastructure division.
Abergeldie releases 2022-2023 Gender Pay Gap Employer Statement
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In line with the amendments to the Workplace Gender Equality Act, Abergeldie has released its 2022-2023 Gender Pay Gap Employer Statement.
Webuild signs $4.7b contract to deliver NEOM’s Trojena freshwater lake in Saudi Arabia
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Webuild have signed a USD 4.7b contract to construct three dams to create the 2.8km freshwater lake in Trojena, Saudi Arabia.
UK News
Designs released for HS2’s 99m-wide Turweston Green Bridge near Brackley
Designed by HS2’s contractor EKFB, the 99m-wide Turweston Green Bridge is the high-speed railway project’s largest green bridge near Brackley, UK.
Design for HS2’s green tunnel in Burton Green approved
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In response to community feedback, the Solihull Council has approved the design for HS2’s green tunnel in Burton Green, UK.
HS2’s last tunnel boring machine starts digging towards Birmingham
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HS2 has launched the last tunnel boring machine (TBM), Elizabeth, to dig the second bore of Bromford Tunnel towards Birmingham.
Giant TBM Florence completes historic breakthrough for HS2’s longest tunnel
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HS2 marks a historic milestone, as Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence has completed the longest tunnel excavation under the Chilterns.
Job Search Tips
6 timeless job search tips for Civil Engineers
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Our recruiters have compiled a list of timeless job search tips for civil engineers in Australia and New Zealand.
How to read job adverts? – A guide for Civil Engineers and Construction Professionals
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Many Civil Engineers and Construction Professionals overlook the critical step of thoroughly reading job advert before applying to a job.
Recruitment Insights: How to improve your chances of receiving a job offer?
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Our recruitment team shares top strategies that can help Engineers increase their chances of receiving a job offer.
New Zealand: An employer or a recruiter cannot charge you for a job offer
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Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is urging migrant workers in New Zealand to educate their family and friends overseas on how to spot potential immigration scams
Graduates
Graduate Programs for Civil Engineers in Australia and New Zealand
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Are you a recent Civil Engineering Graduate with little or no work experience? You might be interested in Graduate Programes.
$80m Institute of Applied Technology for Construction officially opens in Western Sydney
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The $80 million Institute of Applied Technology for Construction will offer trade education and industry-responsive training in NSW.
Victoria’s Big Build Internship Program perfect way to kickstart your career
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Victoria’s Big Build Internship Program is a structured 6-month program for students identifying with an underrepresented group.
Working Holiday Visa 417 for Civil Engineers and Surveyors
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The 417 visa is a Working Holiday Visa. It is a temporary visa allowing you to work and holiday in Australia for up to 12 months.
Skilled Migrants
6 timeless job search tips for Civil Engineers
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Our recruiters have compiled a list of timeless job search tips for civil engineers in Australia and New Zealand.
Engineers Australia calling on the Government to support STEM qualified migrants and increase diversity
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Engineers Australia is calling on the Australian Government to support STEM qualified migrants and increase diversity in STEM.
New Zealand: An employer or a recruiter cannot charge you for a job offer
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Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is urging migrant workers in New Zealand to educate their family and friends overseas on how to spot potential immigration scams
Employers’ guide to supporting migrant Engineers in the workplace
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Our blog post outlines comprehensive strategies for employers to support migrant engineers’ transition into a new workplace.
Technology
Intelligent Compaction Innovation technology makes an impact on road building
The new technology trialled by National Highways, Finning and Galliford Try will speed up road construction and improve safety.
Ecocem’s ACT low-carbon cement technology takes a major step forward
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Ecocem’s ACT low carbon cement technology has obtained an European Technical Assessment for a revolutionary, new eco-efficient cement.
$140m investment in digital twin technology to speed up the delivery of infrastructure projects in WA
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The $140m funding in digital twin technology will speed up development approvals and streamline the delivery of infrastructure projects in WA.
John Deere and Leica Geosystems partner to accelerate the heavy construction industry
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The partnership between John Deere and Leica Geosystems will help accelerate the digital transformation of the heavy construction industry.
Sustainability & Renewables
‘Women in Networks’ award to recognise women in the renewable energy industry
Energy Networks Australia has announced the ‘Women in Networks’ award to recognise the contributions of women to the renewable energy industry.
What is Green Hydrogen?
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Green hydrogen is a sustainable fuel produced through electrolysis using renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and hydropower.
Transport for NSW trials new bio-bitumen asphalt developed by Colas
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Developed by Colas, the new bio-bitumen asphalt trial will help establish a greener road network in New South Wales.
Clean Energy National Centre of Excellence proposed in Western Australia
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The WA Government has proposed establishing a Clean Energy National Centre of Excellence to support the state’s energy transition.
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Opinion
How ConsultANZ can help you find your next hire – Civil Engineering I Construction I Surveying
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If you are struggling to attract civil engineering or construction candidates for your Australian or New Zealand business, it’s time to reach out to ConsultANZ.
Could you be a Recruiter? ConsultANZ is hiring!
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If you are interested in giving recruitment a go, ConsultANZ is on the lookout for people who are driven, hard-working and team-players.
10 Reasons why Australia is a great place for Civil Engineers
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Thinking of moving to Australia to live and work? Here are ten reasons we think it’s worth moving Down Under.
Good thing, bad thing…who knows
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Australia’s Skills Crisis: Good thing, bad thing…who knows!