Senior Engineer Developments

Westernport Water; Newhaven; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Monthly RDOs and 9-day fortnights

Leave purchase options

Health and wellbeing program

Accessible onsite parking

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Westernport Water seeks a Senior Engineer Developments to lead water, wastewater and recycled water asset projects tied to land development. The role focuses on engineering design, project management, and contract oversight across greenfield and brownfield sites.

Seven years in water/wastewater with land development experience are highly valued. The successful candidate will guide technical decision-making, engage with stakeholders, ensure compliance, and drive safe, timely project delivery

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering leading to Engineers Australia admission.
• Extensive experience in land development and subdivisions.
• Experience in engineering design and construction with contract management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Current Victoria driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead Development Services for greenfield and brownfield developments delivering water and wastewater projects.
• Develop and review short-, medium-, and long-term servicing plans.
• Provide technical leadership on design, feasibility, tendering and project delivery.
• Build relationships with developers, customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee progress reporting, technical communications to Management, Board, and regulators.
• Promote safety, environmental compliance and asset management.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Land development

Project management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Admission to Engineers Australia

Job description

Westernport Water's core functions are to provide drinking water, recycled water and wastewater services to properties and communities throughout our district.

We are one of 18 water corporations operating and reporting to the State Government of Victoria.

We are responsible for servicing 23,688 customers from 27 townships across an area covering 300 square kilometres, encompassing Millowl (Phillip Island) and mainland communities from The Gurdies to Archies Creek.

The region has one of the highest ratios of visitors to residents of any destination in Australia. During peak periods, there can be approximately 120 visitors to every resident.

About the Corporation

Westernport Water leads through collaboration and innovation to deliver sustainable drinking water, recycled water, and wastewater services that improve the health and liveability of our community.

We offer our staff

• Flexible work options, including monthly RDOs and 9-day fortnights for full time employees
• A range of provisions to support work/life balance including access to request purchased leave
• Unique opportunities for staff to develop capability and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organisation
• Innovative systems and processes for a safe and welcoming workplace,
• A highly regarded health and wellbeing program, including a health and wellbeing subsidy (eligibility criteria applies)
• Tailored workplace adjustments to help you perform at your best - whether during the recruitment process or in your role
• We foster a positive, culturally safe environment and an engaged workforce, aligned with our values of ‘Care, Courage and Commitment'
• Accessible onsite parking for our employees at all our sites including at our head office in Newhaven, Phillip Island Victoria.

About the role

Senior Engineer Developments - Ongoing, Full Time

Westernport Water is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to fill the role of Senior Engineer Developments. The successful candidate will lead and provide engineering and technical services and project management for water, wastewater and recycled water asset projects related to property services and land development.

This role would be suited to a qualified Civil or Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of seven years' experience in the water and wastewater sector, including experience in land development and subdivisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in engineering design and/or construction, project management, contract management and short and long-term infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Lead Development Services for greenfield and brownfield developments, ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of water, wastewater and recycled water development projects.
• Lead the development and review of short, medium and long-term water and wastewater servicing plans, translating strategic planning into practical infrastructure solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and expert advice on design, feasibility assessments, cost estimation, tendering, contract administration and project delivery, ensuring compliance with Westernport Waters's design standards and requirements.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with developers, customers, contractors and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective planning, resolve technical issues and achieve project outcomes.
• Oversee project reporting, progress updates and technical communications to support informed decision-making by management, the Executive, the Board and regulatory stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety-first culture, environmental and asset management compliance, innovation and teamwork, supporting corporate objectives and the safe, timely delivery of network connections and shutdowns.

Qualifications and Experience

• The candidate is required to have a tertiary qualification in engineering leading to admission to the Institute of Engineers (Australia) for professionally qualified engineers;
• Extensive experience in the development and application of land development frameworks, documentation and systems;
• Substantial knowledge and experience in engineering design and/or construction principles and practices supported by high-level contract management skills.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills including the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders underpinned by demonstrated communication, influencing, engagement and interpersonal skills;
• Project management skills including planning, organising and well-developed conceptual and analytical skills;
• A current driver's licence suitable for Victoria;
• Knowledge of current developments and regulations applying to the water industry including a working knowledge and understanding of the Water Act (1989) and associated Acts applicable to the water industry.

For your application to be considered, please respond to the following Key Selection Criteria

• An appropriate tertiary qualification in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, leading to admission to Engineers Australia or another relevant professional body.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in an engineering role within the water and wastewater sector, with Civil or Mechanical Engineering experience preferred, including experience in land development and subdivisions.
• Demonstrated experience in engineering design and/or construction principles and practices, supported by high-level contract management skills and diverse project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic decisions, advice and direction for short and long-term planning, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, with due consideration of contractor work health and safety and environmental management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare complex written reports, strategies, policies and procedures.

Applications Close 9th November 2026

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis prior to the closing date. Early submission is encouraged.

For further information, contact thePeople, Culture & Safety team at***********@westernportwater.com.au or the Hiring Manager (Richie - Manager Asset Planning) on 1300 720 ***.

Westernport Water is committed to building and maintaining a team of talented, enthusiastic people who foster a culture of inclusion and are as diverse as the community we serve. We celebrate and support differences in the workplace for the benefit of our employees and our community. We share a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Shape the future of water infrastructure at Westernport Water, leading innovative development projects that support growing communities and deliver essential water, wastewater and recycled water services.