Senior Water Resources Engineers - Seeking Expressions of Interest

GHD; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

GHD is seeking experienced water resources professionals to join our team in Australia, contributing to major infrastructure, mining, water, defence or urban development projects. You will work on hydraulic, hydrologic and water balance models using TUFLOW and GoldSim, deliver flood studies, and perform ARR-based assessments while engaging with clients and stakeholders.

Positions can be based at any GHD office in Australia, with hybrid work arrangements and opportunities for full-time or

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resources Engineering.
• Approximately 5 to 15 years of relevant consulting, industry or client-side experience.
• Experience in flood modelling, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, surface water, mine water management or water balance modelling.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic, hydrologic and water balance models using tools such as TUFLOW and GoldSim.
• Delivering flood studies and floodplain risk management studies.
• Conducting hydrologic and hydraulic assessments in accordance with ARR methodologies.
• Supporting mine water management studies and strategic water planning projects.
• Analyzing complex catchments and water systems to support informed decision making.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across water resources, civil engineering, environmental services, mining, dams, tailings and planning.
• Managing projects and maintaining strong client relationships to deliver outcomes.
• Contributing to proposals and the continued growth of our water resources capability.
• Conducting technical reviews and mentoring emerging professionals across the team.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Client relationships

Project management

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Water Resources Engineering

Tools

TUFLOW

GoldSim

Job description

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.

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?

Whether your expertise lies in flood modelling, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, surface water, catchments, mine water management or water balance modelling, we'd love to hear from you.

We're particularly interested in professionals with strong experience in TUFLOW and/or GoldSim, who are looking to contribute to major infrastructure, mining, water infrastructure, defence, urban development, dams, tailings, environmental and digital disciplines.

You’ll contribute to meaningful work within a supportive culture that values technical excellence, career growth and flexible opportunities across our connected network.

Positions can be based at any GHD office in Australia, and we’re open to discussing preferences for full time and part time.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, you may be involved in:

• Hydraulic, hydrologic and water balance models using tools such as TUFLOW and GoldSim.
• Delivering flood studies, floodplain risk management studies, flood impact assessments and development impact assessments.
• Conducting hydrologic and hydraulic assessments in accordance with Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR) methodologies.
• Supporting mine water management studies, operational water assessments and strategic water planning projects.
• Analysing complex catchments, water systems and flood behaviours to support informed decision making.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across water resources, civil engineering, environmental services, mining, dams, tailings and planning.
• Managing projects, maintaining strong client relationships and engaging with key stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
• Contributing to proposals, business development activities and the continued growth of our water resources capability.
• Conducting technical reviews and mentoring emerging professionals across the team.

What you will bring to the team:

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5 to 15 years of relevant consulting, industry or client-side experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Flood modelling
• Hydrology
• Hydraulic engineering
• Surface water engineering
• Mine water management
• Water balance modelling
• Water resources planning and assessment
• Strong technical capability in one or more of the following:
• TUFLOW
• GoldSim
• Experience delivering complex water resources projects across infrastructure, mining, energy, water, defence or urban development sectors.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and client relationship skills.
• Project management experience and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing.

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.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let's drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.