Water Resources Engineer – Townsville in Perth

We are looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer with a background in drainage and/or flooding to work with major clients based from our busy Rockhampton or Mackay offices. This is a broad opportunity for Water Resources Engineers with diverse backgrounds (circa 5-15 years + experience) in either drainage and/or flood modelling.

Townsville offers an enviable work-life balance, with less time commuting and more time enjoying what North Queensland has to offer, including weekends exploring Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef. 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.

What you'll do:

• Provide technical inputs in the delivery of complex drainage and/or flood engineering projects across major infrastructure and development sectors.
• Deliver drainage designs using 12D, prepare stormwater management plans, and conduct hydraulic modelling.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams, providing specialist input and mentoring engineers.
• Contribute 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:

• 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.