At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative drainage and flood engineering projects while mentoring a dynamic team.
- Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, additional leave, and relocation assistance.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to delivering a better world.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while enjoying the beautiful lifestyle of Townsville.
- Qualifications: 5-15 years experience in drainage or flood modelling; strong software skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
Our multidisciplinary team are looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer with a background in drainage and/or flooding to work with major clients and be based from our busy Rockhampton or Mackay offices. This is a broad opportunity, which could fit Water Resources Engineers with diverse backgrounds (circa 5-15 years + experience) in either drainage and/or flood modelling and step into diverse career pathways at a global leading consultancy enjoying an incredible pipeline of work.
Looking for a lifestyle change? Townsville offers an enviable work-life balance that's hard to match in Australia's capital cities. Spend less time commuting and more time enjoying what North Queensland has to offer, from weekends exploring Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef to year-round outdoor living, boating, fishing and family-friendly activities. With affordable housing, excellent schools, a growing economy and over 300 days of sunshine each year, Townsville provides the opportunity to build a rewarding career without sacrificing lifestyle. For suitable candidates relocating from elsewhere in Australia, relocation assistance will be provided to help make your move as smooth as possible.
What you'll do
- Provide technical inputs in the delivery of complex drainage and/or flood engineering projects across major infrastructure and development sectors.
- Play a key role in shaping design approaches, solving complex drainage, hydraulic and/or hydrological challenges, and ensuring high-quality, practical, and compliant outcomes for our clients.
- Deliver drainage designs using 12D, prepare stormwater management plans, and conduct hydraulic modelling.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, providing specialist input and mentoring engineers, while contributing to project delivery, client engagement, and work-winning activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Technical delivery of drainage designs, stormwater management plans, and hydraulic assessments for local council clients and major infrastructure projects.
- Providing specialised input into hydrologic and hydraulic analysis using programs such as Civil3D, 12D, TUFLOW, DRAINS, URBS, RORB, XP-Rafts and WBNM.
- Developing practical and innovative solutions to complex drainage, flooding, and water quality challenges.
- High quality technical and non-technical report writing.
- Supporting project teams through technical guidance, mentoring, and quality assurance.
- Engaging with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to provide trusted technical advice and contribute to winning work.
- Ensuring alignment with Australian standards and guidelines.
- Contributing to technical excellence initiatives and staying current with emerging tools, methodologies, and regulatory changes.
What you'll bring
- You are a recognised engineer in design delivery and have a passion for technical excellence across multidisciplinary road, rail, defence, aviation, energy and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Proven Drainage/Flood Modelling industry experience (circa 5-15 years +).
- RPEQ or ability to apply for RPEQ preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in the planning, hydraulic assessment, and design of stormwater and drainage networks, or hydrologic modelling and/or assessments.
- Confident skillset in software usage, such as Civil 3D or 12d, and/or TUFLOW or similar hydraulic modelling tools, URBS and/or XP-Rafts or similar hydrologic modelling tools, QGIS and/or ArcGIS.
- Strong technical capability across underground and surface water drainage systems.
- Experience delivering major infrastructure projects within a consulting or multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Proven ability to provide technical leadership, design review and mentoring.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence working directly with clients.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of successful project delivery principles.
Why you'll love working with us
- Support towards RPEQ (if needed).
- Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options.
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.
- Volunteer and representation leave to support causes important to you.
- Flex public holidays, giving you greater choice over how and when you take leave.
Come grow with us and help deliver a better world.
Senior Water Resources Engineer in Perth employer: AECO
At AECOM, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering significant water infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, offering flexible work arrangements, diverse project opportunities, and clear pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and inclusive workplace.
