At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead water servicing strategies and oversee hydraulic modelling for major growth programs.
- Company: Premier national engineering consultancy known for complex infrastructure projects.
- Benefits: Highly competitive hourly rates, flexible contract options, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team that values collaboration and offers excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community infrastructure while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering with 10+ years experience.
The predicted salary is between 125 - 125 $ per hour.
Our client is a premier national engineering and technical consultancy known for delivering complex infrastructure, water, and environmental projects. They partner with major utility providers to design and optimise critical community infrastructure.
About the Position
This Adelaide-based role provides technical leadership in water servicing strategies to support major growth programs. You will oversee hydraulic modelling, evaluate developer connection impacts, determine infrastructure triggers, and mentor junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Undertake and supervise water network modelling to support strategic growth programs.
- Assess network capacity and infrastructure triggers for major housing and development precincts.
- Conduct steady-state and extended-period hydraulic simulations to resolve network constraints.
- Evaluate developer connection enquiries and provide clear, defensible technical advice.
- Provide technical leadership, peer reviews, and day-to-day supervision for up to 5 engineers.
- Contribute technical input into long-term capital investment pipelines and infrastructure staging.
Skills and Experience Required
- Tertiary qualifications in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in water network planning and hydraulic modelling.
- Highly desirable: Prior experience within a water utility environment and/or engineering consultancy.
- Proven expertise in applying hydraulic modelling to growth strategies and developer assessments.
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, or team management.
- Strong stakeholder communication skills with a safety-first and collaborative approach.
Flexible contract arrangements (PAYG or ABN options with weekly pay processing). Highly competitive hourly rates ($85 – $125/hr + GST if applicable). High-visibility senior leadership position on critical regional infrastructure programs.
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Senior Water Engineer in Adelaide employer: WorkPac Technical and Operations
As a leading national engineering consultancy based in Adelaide, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises technical excellence and employee development. With a strong focus on mentorship and collaboration, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to impactful water infrastructure projects that serve the community. The flexible contract arrangements and competitive hourly rates further enhance the appeal of this senior leadership role, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
WorkPac Technical and Operations Recruitment Team
