About the job
This fully remote Operations/Engineering Assistant role supports a structural engineering and consulting firm in Australia. The position is open to candidates based in the Philippines and operates under an independent contractor agreement. Work aligns with Australian business hours, typically 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, within a flexible 40-hour week.
Compensation ranges from $1,500 AUD to $3,000 AUD per month. As part of Hunt St’s network, the role connects directly with the client, no outsourcing agency involved.
Role overview
This position combines responsibilities in structural engineering, drafting, and project operations. The assistant helps prepare inspection reports, drafts and updates engineering drawings (primarily in AutoCAD), conducts design checks, and supports project coordination. Additional tasks include managing invoicing, tracking workflow, and contributing to improvements in internal systems for smoother project delivery.
Main responsibilities
- Prepare structural inspection reports for various types of inspections, including pier, reinforcement, framing, pre-purchase, and as-built
- Create concept mark-ups and structural drawings for new construction and extensions
- Draft and update structural documentation using AutoCAD and provided templates
- Conduct structural design checks on timber, steel, and concrete elements to ensure compliance
- Prepare and document engineering calculations to support design decisions
- Set up jobs within internal systems
- Manage invoicing and payment records using Xero
- Monitor job progress and coordinate with engineers to keep tasks on schedule
- Assist in preparing project scopes and estimates
Work environment
The client values accuracy, efficiency, strong communication, and continuous improvement through digital tools. The team collaborates with builders, architects, and developers, managing projects from start to finish across residential and commercial sectors.
