Senior Engineer – Hydrology, Stormwater & Flooding

GHD; Port Macquarie-Hastings Council; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an engineering professional in Port Macquarie to join their water resources team. The role involves stormwater, hydrology, and flood modelling with an emphasis on delivering sustainable water solutions. Candidates should have 7-15 years of experience and strong project management skills. Flexibility for part-time or full-time work is available, with a diverse and inclusive culture encouraged.

Qualifications

• 7 – 15 years of experience in the water industry.
• Experience in preparing winning proposals and project delivery.
• Strong project management skills in water resources projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrology, hydraulic modelling, and flood modelling.
• Deliver creative solutions and technical reporting.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Stormwater

Hydrology

Flood Modelling

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar

Tools

GIS

TUFLOW

HEC-RAS

MUSIC

Job description

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an engineering professional with skills in Stormwater, Hydrology and Flood Modelling and a passion for water resources to join our Northern NSW Water Resources team and help us deliver exciting and impactful projects.

You will help us develop sustainable, liveable and climate resilient water solutions, and you will play a key role in delivery of ambitious and interesting projects, allowing you a balance of technical work, project management, operational support, business development and client engagement.

We value wellness and flexibility; your role can be part-time or full-time, and you can be based in Newcastle or any of our other Northern NSW offices (Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbor, Tuggerah, Tamworth, Orange or Lismore).

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• A broad range of projects including major infrastructure, flood risk assessments and mitigation, stormwater and waterway management
• Conducting hydrology, hydraulic modelling, flood modelling and mapping
• Leading hydrological and hydraulic modelling and analysis to inform planning studies through to detailed design of new infrastructure.
• Delivering creative solutions, proposals, and technical reporting
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, including business development, and engagement throughout project delivery.
• Technical leadership and project management to guide key projects and mentoring other team members.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar
• 7 – 15 years of experience in the water industry
• Experience with using hydrology and hydraulic modelling software GIS, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS or MUSIC
• A good understanding of industry standards such as AR&R.
• Experience in preparing winning proposals and the successful delivery of projects
• The ability to lead and/or work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team across the project lifecycle
• Strong client relationship skills and project management skills in water resources projects

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

Contact: Paul Inglis 03 8687 8619