CIVIL ENGINEER - FLOOD MODELLER

PCR Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular training

Mentoring

Career progression

Job summary

PCR Talent is seeking a Flood Modeller / Civil Engineer in Sydney with roughly 3+ years of experience to work on flood, hydrology, stormwater and urban development projects. This role blends modelling with client interaction and project leadership, offering mentorship and clear career progression within a respected Australian consultancy.

You will contribute to hydrological modelling, flood mapping and technical reporting while collaborating across disciplines and growing toward senior

Qualifications

• Around 3+ years of experience in flood modelling, hydraulics or hydrological analysis.
• Strong TUFLOW capability is essential.
• Experience with QGIS and exposure to packages such as DRAINS, MUSIC, RORB, WBNM, RAFTS, URBS or similar.
• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent.
• Understanding of Australian engineering standards and local industry requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Good technical report writing and communication skills.
• Interest in progressing toward technical and project leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake hydrological and hydraulic modelling across diverse projects.
• Develop flood models and assist with flood mapping, assessment and interpretation.
• Carry out spatial and technical analysis using GIS and modelling tools.
• Address complex flood and stormwater problems with practical engineering solutions.
• Assist with project planning, budgets and technical delivery.
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, proposals and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, designers, architects, developers and other stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers as experience grows.

Skills

Flood modelling

TUFLOW

QGIS

GIS

RORB/RAFTS/URBS

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

DRAINS

MUSIC

RORB

RAFTS

URBS

Job description

• North shore location, close to all transport needs
• Strong friendly environment with regular training sessions
• Grow to Senior within the next 12-18 months
• Great salary $131-127k

If flood modelling is where you want to build your career, this is an opportunity to join one of Australia's highly regarded multidisciplinary engineering consultancies and work alongside an established team of flood and water specialists.

We are looking for a Flood Modeller / Civil Engineer with around 3+ years of experience who wants exposure to technically challenging flood, hydrology, stormwater, and urban development projects.

This is not simply a modelling position. You will be encouraged to develop your technical capability, take increasing ownership of projects, work directly with clients and other disciplines, and progress your career within a team that can provide genuine mentoring and development.

The Opportunity

• Undertake hydrological and hydraulic modelling across a diverse range of projects
• Develop flood models and assist with flood mapping, assessment, and interpretation
• Carry out spatial and technical analysis using GIS and other modelling tools
• Work on complex flood and stormwater problems requiring practical engineering solutions
• Assist with project planning, programming, budgets, and technical delivery
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, proposals, and supporting documentation
• Work collaboratively with civil engineers, designers, architects, developers, and other project stakeholders
• As your experience develops, mentor junior engineers and take greater responsibility for project delivery

What We're Looking For

• Around 3+ years of experience in flood modelling, hydraulics, or hydrological analysis
• Strong TUFLOW capability is particularly important
• Experience with QGIS and exposure to packages such as DRAINS, MUSIC, RORB, WBNM, RAFTS, URBS or similar
• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent
• Understanding of Australian engineering standards and local industry requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Good technical report writing and communication skills
• Someone who wants to continue developing toward greater technical and project leadership responsibility
• Engineers Australia membership, with CPEng progression encouraged

For someone serious about building a long-term career in flooding and water engineering, this provides the combination of strong technical work, experienced people around you, and a clear opportunity to take on considerably more responsibility as you develop.

Note: Only Australian / New Zealand applicants with local experience are encouraged to apply.