Senior Dams Engineer — Dam Safety & Structural Leader

Jacobs; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking Dams Engineers of all levels to contribute to a pipeline of dam safety projects across Australia. The role involves planning, inspecting, and advancing projects from design to construction in collaboration with local authorities and mining clients.

Based in Brisbane or other Australian capitals, you will mentor junior engineers and work within a multidisciplinary dams team under Jacobs’ hybrid work policy. The company emphasizes inclusion and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or higher is required.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in dams engineering.
• Experience with dam safety management, inspections, and risk assessment.
• Ability to mentor and train engineers within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support dam safety projects for authorities and clients through planning, design and construction phases.
• Assess project requirements and undertake inspections to advance deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage with clients to manage relationships and expectations.

Skills

Dams engineering

Mentoring

Client management

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary engineering qualification

Job description

Jacobs is seeking Dams Engineers of all levels to contribute to a pipeline of dam safety projects across Australia. The role involves planning, inspecting, and advancing projects from design to construction in collaboration with local authorities and mining clients.

Based in Brisbane or other Australian capitals, you will mentor junior engineers and work within a multidisciplinary dams team under Jacobs’ hybrid work policy. The company emphasizes inclusion and flexible work arrangements.