Engineering Manager - Water and Wastewater

AustCorp Executive; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm based in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager for water and wastewater projects. This mid-senior level role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring project compliance, and driving innovative solutions. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in the water sector and a strong background in process engineering. The position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in engineering roles within the water or wastewater sector.
• Strong background in process or chemical engineering, with experience in membrane systems.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering or technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to engineering teams.
• Oversee design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Engage with clients and partners to align technical solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Process engineering

Project management

Compliance knowledge

Continuous improvement

Education

Chartered Engineer (CPEng) or RPEQ eligibility

Job description

Engineering Manager - Water and Wastewater

Base pay range

A$230,000.00/yr - A$250,000.00/yr

Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for driving technical excellence in water and wastewater treatment? We’re partnering with a well-established infrastructure and technology provider to appoint an Engineering Manager to lead and shape their growing project delivery capability.

About the Role

This is a key leadership position responsible for managing the design and technical delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects across a variety of sectors. You’ll lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, contribute to business growth through innovation and technical input to bids, and ensure quality, compliance, and performance standards are met on all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to engineering teams across multiple projects and geographies.
• Oversee design, commissioning, and delivery of water and wastewater treatment systems (including membrane-based technologies).
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and safety in design.
• Engage with clients, technology suppliers, and delivery partners to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Support business development activities by providing engineering input into tenders, proposals, and feasibility assessments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and engineering standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 15+ years of experience in engineering roles within the water or wastewater sector.
• Strong background in process or chemical engineering, with exposure to membrane systems (RO, UF, etc.).
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering or technical teams.
• Experience overseeing design, commissioning, and operational optimisation of treatment plants or similar systems.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with project managers, commercial teams, and external partners.
• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) and/or RPEQ eligibility preferred.

What’s On Offers

• A rare opportunity to lead a highly skilled technical team across a growing portfolio of impactful water infrastructure projects.
• Broad scope across design, delivery, innovation, and strategic growth.
• A supportive leadership team and a strong commitment to professional development.
• Flexible working and travel options across the region.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Management

Industries

• Air, Water, and Waste Program Management