Planning Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration

Hybrid work

Growth programs

Wellbeing support

Private health discount

Parental leave

Fitness Passport

Novated leasing

Job summary

Sydney Water is seeking a Planning Engineer based in Parramatta to shape integrated urban water servicing and waterway management plans. You will support strategic planning, policy development, and performance analysis to guide investments and service outcomes.

The role requires governance experience with wastewater/asset planning, strong stakeholder engagement, and familiarity with GIS or data analysis tools. This hybrid role supports flexible work and career growth within a major water utility.

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

Engineering planning

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

GIS

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering

Tools

GIS software

Water balance tools

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

We support you throughout the application process and can provide adjustments where required. For more information, please contact Ranya Kumar, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

Please refer to the JOB PROFILE for full role accountabilities.

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

• 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.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce’s Terms and Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’sPrivacy Collection Statement – recruitment. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which include a criminal history check.