Water Resources Asset Engineer

Cassowary Coast Regional Council; Innisfail; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $10,000

5 Weeks Annual Leave

3 Weeks Personal Leave

Monthly RDO

Job summary

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is seeking a Water Resources Asset Engineer to lead the management of stormwater and marine assets in the Innisfail region, with opportunities to influence capital programs and flood mitigation initiatives.

The role offers a clear career pathway from Stream A Level 5 to Level 7, professional development, and relocation support up to $10,000. Based in Innisfail, you will collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to deliver safe, resilient communities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent).
• Experience in stormwater, drainage or floodplain asset management.
• Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modelling.
• Experience in asset management, risk assessment and capital works planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Council's stormwater and marine asset management plans.
• Deliver hydrologic and hydraulic modelling to support flood management and infrastructure planning.
• Plan and prioritise capital works programs aligned with long-term strategic objectives.
• Identify and deliver flood mitigation initiatives that improve community safety and resilience.
• Prepare business cases, funding submissions and secure external grant opportunities for priority projects.
• Provide specialist engineering advice and work collaboratively with internal teams, government agencies and the community.

Skills

Hydrologic modelling

Hydraulic modelling

Asset management

Capital works planning

Stormwater management

Problem solving

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Hydrologic modelling software

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Water Resources Asset Engineer to join our Asset Engineering team. Whether you're an experienced engineer ready to provide strategic technical leadership or an emerging professional looking to develop your expertise, this is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career managing and improving Council's stormwater and marine assets. You'll contribute to asset management, water resources engineering, capital planning and flood mitigation initiatives that support safe, resilient and sustainable communities.

This position offers a structured career pathway from Stream A Level 5 to Level 7, with mentoring, professional development and clear progression based on demonstrated capability and performance. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility and make a lasting impact on the community, we'd love to hear from you.

• $89,037 - $109,790 p.a. + super + locality allowance
• Full Time + Monthly RDO
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave + 3 Weeks Personal Leave
• Relocation Assistance up to $10,000
• Based in Innisfail and across the region

About the Role

• Develop and manage Council's stormwater and marine asset management plans.
• Deliver hydrologic and hydraulic modelling to support flood management and infrastructure planning.
• Plan and prioritise capital works programs aligned with long-term strategic objectives.
• Identify and deliver flood mitigation initiatives that improve community safety and resilience.
• Prepare business cases, funding submissions and secure external grant opportunities for priority projects.
• Provide specialist engineering advice and work collaboratively with internal teams, government agencies and the community.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in stormwater, drainage or floodplain asset management.
• Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modelling.
• Experience in asset management, risk assessment and capital works planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical engineering solutions.

See the Position Description for a full outline of the role and requirements.

Cassowary Coast Regional Council proudly serves the vibrant communities of Innisfail, Tully, Mission Beach and Cardwell, delivering essential services and infrastructure across one of Queensland’s most unique regions. Located in Far North Queensland, the Cassowary Coast is where the Wet Tropics Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, offering an extraordinary natural environment and strong community spirit. Council is committed to supporting a sustainable, liveable and resilient region for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

7.30pm Monday, 7 September 2026

The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a background check to confirm fitness for the role.

Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, People & Safety, P: [phone] or E: [e-mail]

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole.

We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.