Senior Flood Modeller

SSA Recruitment Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Career progression

Collaborative team

Job summary

SSA Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading engineering consultancy to appoint a Senior Flood Engineer in Sydney. You will lead flood modelling and management on major Australian projects, mentoring junior engineers and engaging with clients and authorities.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years’ civil/flood engineering experience, a Civil Engineering degree, and strong skills in TUFLOW, HEC-RAS, GIS and stormwater modelling. Flexible working options may be available.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of civil/flood engineering experience.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong experience in flood modelling and flood management.
• Proficiency with TUFLOW, RORB/WBNM, HEC-RAS and GIS.
• Experience with DRAINS/stormwater modelling is highly regarded.
• Understanding of Australian design standards and local/state approval processes.
• Residential subdivision experience across earthworks, roads and drainage advantageous.
• Strong project management, communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead flood modelling and flood management projects across Australia.
• Work across urban development, stormwater and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project delivery, budgets, programmes and technical outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Build strong relationships with clients, authorities and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to proposals, business development and winning new work.
• Develop practical, innovative and commercially sound engineering solutions.

Skills

Flood management

Project leadership

Client liaison

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

TUFLOW

RORB/WBNM

HEC-RAS

GIS

Job description

Senior Flood Engineer | Sydney

Join a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy and work on major projects across Australia. I am seeking an experienced Senior Flood Engineer to join a growing Sydney team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on greater technical leadership, project responsibility and client exposure.

The Opportunity

• Lead flood modelling and flood management projects across Australia
• Work across urban development, stormwater and infrastructure projects
• Manage project delivery, budgets, programmes and technical outcomes
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers
• Build strong relationships with clients, authorities and project stakeholders
• Contribute to proposals, business development and winning new work
• Develop practical, innovative and commercially sound engineering solutions

About You

• 8+ years’ experience in civil/flood engineering
• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Strong experience in flood modelling and flood management
• Proficiency with TUFLOW, RORB/WBNM, HEC-RAS and GIS
• Experience with DRAINS/stormwater modelling highly regarded
• Understanding of Australian design standards and local/state approval processes
• Residential subdivision experience across earthworks, roads and drainage advantageous
• Strong project management, communication and client-facing skills

What's on Offer?

• Senior-level role with genuine technical leadership opportunities
• Diverse and challenging Australian projects
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong career progression

Sydney | Senior Flood Engineer | 8+ Years' Experience