Planning Engineer

Sydney Water; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Remuneration

Hybrid Work Environment

Continuous Professional Growth

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Family First

Fitness Passport

Novated Leasing

Job summary

Sydney Water in Parramatta is seeking a Planning Engineer to develop integrated urban water servicing and waterway management plans that deliver sustainable, customer-focused outcomes. The role supports strategic objectives and future service needs through cross-team collaboration.

You will review planning strategies, analyse system performance, and inform investments while applying GIS and data analysis to deliver robust network planning.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Infrastructure Management, Planning, Science or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in water, wastewater and utility asset planning, delivering integrated infrastructure solutions and long-term network planning strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Knowledge of network planning, infrastructure strategies and asset management.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and identify improvement opportunities.
• Experience with wastewater or pressure systems modelling preferred
• Experience with GIS, water balance or other utility data analysis tools will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of strategic plans for wastewater and water servicing networks.
• Develop and review planning strategies, policies, and specifications to support business objectives.
• Analyse system performance and future needs to inform network planning and investment decisions.
• Participate in risk assessments and identify opportunities to improve service outcomes.Monitor and report on the effectiveness and delivery of strategic plans and initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to incorporate innovation, research, and emerging technologies into planning activities

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

GIS experience

Water/wastewater planning

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering or related

Tools

GIS

Water balance software

Job description

• Join a supportive team where flexibility, innovation, and purpose drive meaningful outcomes.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model and thrive in a flexible and inclusive team culture
• Permanent full-time opportunity based in Parramatta, EA13 38 Hours $140,108.04 + Superannuation

About The Role

As a Planning Engineer, you will support the development of integrated urban water servicing and waterway management plans that deliver sustainable, customer-focused outcomes. Working across a range of planning drivers, you will help identify and prioritise actions that support strategic objectives and future service needs.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of strategic plans for wastewater and water servicing networks.
• Develop and review planning strategies, policies, and specifications to support business objectives.
• Analyse system performance and future needs to inform network planning and investment decisions.
• Participate in risk assessments and identify opportunities to improve service outcomes.Monitor and report on the effectiveness and delivery of strategic plans and initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to incorporate innovation, research, and emerging technologies into planning activities

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Infrastructure Management, Planning, Science or a related discipline
• Proven experience in water, wastewater and utility asset planning, delivering integrated infrastructure solutions and long-term network planning strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Knowledge of network planning, infrastructure strategies and asset management.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and identify improvement opportunities.
• Experience with wastewater or pressure systems modelling preferred
• Experience with GIS, water balance or other utility data analysis tools will be highly regarded.

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

Applications close Wednesday 25th November at 11.59 AEST

• Competitive Remuneration:We’llensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
• Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing:Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.