Stormwater Engineer

City of Greater Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greater Geelong is seeking a Civil Engineer to support the planning and delivery of innovative, sustainable stormwater management across the municipality.

You will work closely with the Senior Engineer and a range of internal and external stakeholders, providing technical advice, reviewing development proposals, and helping develop strategies, policies, and standards for integrated water management.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification (civil engineering or similar) allowing future eligibility for engineering registration in line with the Victorian registration scheme.
• Some experience in municipal engineering, particularly related to stormwater management and land development.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to translate technical information into plain English.
• Good conceptual skills with experience in conducting research, analysing data and synthesising results into tangible plans, guidelines, policies, strategies and other outcomes.
• National Police Check may be required as part of recruitment (funded by the City).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and review stormwater management plans, strategies, and development proposals.
• Support the development of coordinated stormwater infrastructure planning and standards.
• Assist in preparing policies, guidelines, and strategies for integrated water management and floodplain management.
• Liaise with developers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure compliance with the City’s stormwater objectives.
• Investigate drainage options and provide high-level cost estimates to inform planning decisions.
• Contribute to sustainable urban development that balances social, environmental, and financial outcomes.

Skills

Civil engineering

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Policy development

Education

Civil engineering degree

Job description

About The Role

In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of innovative, sustainable stormwater management across the municipality. Working closely with the Senior Engineer and a range of internal and external stakeholders, you’ll provide technical advice, review development proposals, and help develop strategies, policies, and standards that guide the City’s stormwater infrastructure and integrated water management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a civil engineer with a passion for urban planning, sustainability, and community outcomes to apply their technical and analytical skills in a collaborative environment.

Work type: Permanent Full Time

Classification: Band 6 $98,633 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide technical advice and review stormwater management plans, strategies, and development proposals.
• Support the development of coordinated stormwater infrastructure planning and standards.
• Assist in preparing policies, guidelines, and strategies for integrated water management and floodplain management.
• Liaise with developers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure compliance with the City’s stormwater objectives.
• Investigate drainage options and provide high-level cost estimates to inform planning decisions.
• Contribute to sustainable urban development that balances social, environmental, and financial outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role, you’re a motivated and solutions-focused civil engineer who’s passionate about sustainable urban development and community outcomes. You enjoy applying your technical expertise to real-world challenges and collaborating with a range of stakeholders to deliver practical, forward-thinking stormwater solutions.

Essential Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (civil engineering or similar) allowing future eligibility for engineering registration in line with the Victorian registration scheme.
• Some experience in municipal engineering, particularly related to stormwater management and land development.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to translate technical information into plain English.
• Good conceptual skills with experience in conducting research, analysing data and synthesising results into tangible plans, guidelines, policies, strategies and other outcomes.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Kathryn Peters | Principal Engineer Stormwater Services Planning | [e-mail]

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at [e-mail] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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To obtain a copy of the position description, please visit https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/default.aspx