Water Resources Engineer - Junior to Mid-Level
We are seeking a Water Resources Engineer at junior to mid-level to support the planning, design, assessment, and delivery of water-related infrastructure and environmental projects. This role will suit an engineer who is developing their technical expertise and is keen to work across a range of assignments involving stormwater management, flood risk assessment, drainage design, hydrological and hydraulic modelling, water quality, and sustainable water resources planning. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to projects from initial investigations and concept development through to detailed design, approvals, construction support, and reporting.
Key responsibilities will include preparing technical calculations, engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates; undertaking hydrologic and hydraulic analysis; building, updating, and interpreting models; reviewing survey, geotechnical, environmental, and site information; and assisting with options assessments and risk evaluations. You will also coordinate with clients, regulators, contractors, and internal specialists, attend site inspections and project meetings, support the preparation of proposals, and help ensure that work is delivered to agreed technical, commercial, quality, and safety standards. Depending on experience, you may also provide guidance to graduates and contribute to project planning, programming, and budget tracking.
Applicants should hold a degree in civil, environmental, water resources, or a related engineering discipline, with relevant professional experience in water, drainage, flood, or environmental engineering. Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modelling software, CAD or GIS platforms, and common engineering design tools will be advantageous. You will need strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working collaboratively. A practical understanding of applicable standards, guidelines, planning requirements, and environmental considerations is desirable. Professional registration or progress toward registration, along with a valid driving licence and willingness to undertake occasional site travel, would be beneficial.
Water Resources Engineer - Junior to Mid-Level
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