Water Treatment Specialist in Canberra

Water Treatment Specialist in Canberra

Canberra Full-Time 82800 - 101200 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead innovative water treatment projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
  • Company: Join Veolia, a global leader in ecological transformation with 170 years of experience.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, generous parental leave, and ongoing professional development.
  • Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to safety, wellbeing, and community impact.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while advancing your career in a dynamic field.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Engineering with experience in water treatment processes and technical management.

The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand.

As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

As Veolia's Water Treatment Engineering Specialist, you will provide technical leadership to business development, projects, and operations in the water treatment field, covering a range of projects including leachate treatment, wastewater treatment and industrial water treatment.

Through your strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, you will work to understand their business objectives and set the right engineering management approach that will deliver safe, compliant and technically suitable solutions for them.

  • What's on offer
  • Varied technical SME role in a dynamic organisation
  • Work with stakeholders on a variety of projects
  • Join a global leader in ecological transformation
  • What you'll be responsible for
  • Lead, direct and partner with stakeholders
  • Work collaboratively with with other technical and project management professionals
  • Undertake technology assessments for new concepts or ideas to assess their technical feasibility
  • Develop concept designs and all associated basic documentation
  • Write technical specifications and scope of works for tender processes associated with technical solutions
  • Evaluate tender responses from a technical perspective and collaboratively work with the project team to select suitable contractors
  • Ensure all technical solutions meet the desired project outcomes (Statement of Requirements/Basis of Design).
  • Ensure all technical solutions are delivered to the correct standards
  • Manage a budget and program during the development stage of a project. Report to stakeholders on progress.
  • Manage external contractors such as consultants, designers and planners and ensure their deliverables meet the defined quality, cost and time requirements.
  • What you'll need to be successful
  • Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Process Engineering.
  • Extensive demonstrated experience in technical management of industrial processes.
  • Experience in developing concept designs and associated technical documentation for a wide range of water treatment processes, such as industrial waste water, leachate, and water reuse applications.

Technologies may include Filtration, Reverse Osmosis, Biological Treatment and Thermal Treatment

  • Experience in managing consultants to perform detailed designs aligned with applicable regulatory and environmental standards.
  • Ability to prepare scope of works and technical specifications.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

  • Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave
  • Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family
  • Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts
  • Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan
  • Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz. veolia. com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit.

Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.

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Water Treatment Specialist in Canberra employer: Veolia

Veolia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Wodonga where you can thrive as a Territory Manager. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous parental leave and wellness programs, Veolia fosters a culture of safety, diversity, and inclusion. Join a high-performing team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment while enjoying the autonomy to manage your own schedule.

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Contact Details:

Veolia Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Water Treatment Specialist in Canberra

Technical Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Water Treatment Processes
Concept Design Development
Technical Documentation
Regulatory Compliance
Budget Management