Water Engineer

SGME Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SGME Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking an experienced water engineer to join our growing Brisbane-based team. You will contribute to a diverse range of mining projects from feasibility through to closure and monitoring, working collaboratively with engineers, scientists and clients.

This role focuses on water management, groundwater and surface hydrology modelling, and design across the mine life cycle, with opportunities to deliver practical solutions and high-quality reports.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Environmental/WRE or related discipline.
• 3–5 years' relevant experience in groundwater and surface hydrology modelling.
• Experience in mining and minerals sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hydrogeological assessments, groundwater analysis, modelling and design.
• Surface water and hydraulic analysis, modelling and design.
• Site water management and water balance modelling.
• Water resource assessments and engineering design.
• Prepare technical reports and construction packages for water management infrastructure.
• Contribute to projects across the full mine life cycle.
• Develop practical and innovative solutions for mining clients.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Hydrogeology

Groundwater modelling

Civil design

Education

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Water Resources Engineering

Hydrogeology

Hydrology

Tools

MODFLOW

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

TUFLOW

GoldSim

GIS

Job description

SGME is a boutique consulting firm specialising in the mining and minerals sector, delivering innovative engineering and environmental solutions across the mine life cycle.

Founded by a mine closure industry expert and professional soil scientist, SGME brings together scientists, engineers and technical specialists to solve complex challenges and deliver practical outcomes for our clients.

The role

We are seeking an experienced water engineer to join our growing Brisbane-based team.

Reporting to the Discipline Lead, you will contribute to a diverse range of mining projects from feasibility through to closure and monitoring, working collaboratively with engineers, scientists, project managers, clients and other stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technical professional who enjoys solving water management challenges and wants to work across disciplines within a growing consultancy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Hydrogeological assessments and groundwater analysis, modelling and design.
• Surface water hydrological and hydraulic analysis, modelling and design.
• Site water management and water balance modelling.
• Water resource assessments, engineering and design.
• Preparing technical reports including design and construction packages for water management infrastructure.
• Contributing to projects across the full mine life cycle.
• Developing practical and innovative solutions for mining clients.

About you

You will be tertiary qualified in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrogeology, Hydrology or a related discipline, with 3–5 years' relevant experience. You will have demonstrated professional experience across groundwater/hydrogeology, surface hydrological and hydraulic modelling and design, water balance modelling, and civils design, preferably within the mining and minerals sector, together with a strong understanding of the mining life cycle. You will bring experience within a consulting engineering or technical environment, strong analytical, problem-solving and technical reporting skills, and excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.

Experience with modelling tools such as MODFLOW, HEC-HMS/URBS/RORB, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW and GoldSim will be highly regarded, as will experience in mine water management, flood assessment, water balance modelling, GIS and data analysis. Experience in mine closure and post-closure water management would be advantageous. Above all, you will demonstrate a genuine passion for the mining and minerals sector, a proactive and accountable approach, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.

Employee benefits

At SGME, we believe great people deliver great outcomes. We offer:

• Nine-day fortnight and excellent work-life balance.
• Brisbane-based office with free parking.
• Competitive remuneration.
• Structured learning and career development.
• Professional mentoring and memberships.
• Employee Assistance Program and recognition awards.
• Opportunities to work across disciplines and broaden your expertise.
• A collaborative, inclusive and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside industry experts on innovative mining projects.