Engineer Planning

Westernpor; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 88,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Cardiff is seeking a Planning Engineer to drive long-term asset management planning. This role requires expertise in water and wastewater planning along with substantial experience in asset management systems and SCADA. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary degree in engineering and will contribute to innovative projects that enhance community services. Competitive remuneration and flexible work options are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Salary Continuance Insurance

Wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering leading to admission to the Institute of Engineers.
• Experience in water & wastewater planning.
• Knowledge of water industry regulations and Water Act (1989).

Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater planning and modelling.
• Provide technical advice for system design and projects.
• Support strategic asset management and maintain asset data integrity.

Skills

Water & wastewater planning

Asset management systems

SCADA

Hydraulic modelling

Data analysis

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering

Membership with Engineers Australia

Tools

GIS

Asset Management Information Systems (AMIS)

Job description

Requisition ID1402-Posted -Asset Planning-Head Office

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time Pay Grade: Band 6

About the Corporation

Westernport Water leads through collaboration and innovation to deliver sustainable drinking water, recycled water, and wastewater services that improve the health and liveability of our community.

We offer our staff:

• Truly flexible work options, including monthly RDOs and 9-day fortnights for full time employees
• Arrange of provisions to support work/life balance including access to request purchase leave and a 9- day fortnight
• Unique opportunities for staff to develop capability and contribute to the strategic objectives of the organisation
• Salary Continuance Insurance to provide comfort and security for all ongoing employees
• Innovative systems and processes for a safe and welcoming workplace, including a highly regarded wellbeing program
• Tailored workplace adjustments to help you perform at your best – whether during the recruitment process or in your role
• We foster a positive, culturally safe environment and an engaged workforce, aligned with our values of ‘Care, Courage and Commitment’

About the role

Band 6 ($88,420 to $113,170 plus super and benefits)

We are seeking a strategic focused Planning Engineer to lead in the development of long-term asset management planning, monitoring, analysis, reporting and improving asset performance in adherence with technical standards.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Lead water and wastewater planning and modelling—including growth planning, options analysis, concept design, hydraulic modelling, demand forecasting, and system capacity/augmentation assessments.
• Provide technical advice for system design, capital works projects, asset management plans, operations, maintenance programs, and failure‑mode investigations.
• Support strategic asset management by contributing to asset policies, strategies, lifecycle planning, and maintaining integrity and accuracy of asset data across AMIS, WHMS and GIS.
• Monitor and support capital programs—including prioritisation, planning and allocation of annual and five‑year Capex and Opex programs.
• Analyse network and operational performance using SCADA and plant history data to drive improvements, develop predictive failure insights, and support research into system performance and failures.
• Promote organisational excellence by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental systems, and fostering innovation, initiative and teamwork.

Qualifications and Experience

• The candidate is required to have a tertiary qualification in engineering leading to admission to the Institute of Engineers (Australia) for professionally qualified engineers.
• Substantial experience in water & wastewater planning.
• Proven experience in asset strategy, asset management systems and asset management information systems.
• Substantial experience in the application of SCADA, water or sewer modelling systems.
• A current driver’s licence suitable for Victoria.
• Knowledge of current developments and regulations applying to the water industry including a working knowledge and understanding of the Water Act (1989) and associated Acts applicable to the water industry.

For your application to be considered, please respond to the following Key Selection Criteria

• Engineering degree (Civil Engineering Preferred) and membership with Engineers Australia.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of strategic asset management standards applying to the water industry and all relevant legislation and regulations.
• Proven experience working with Asset Management Information Systems (AMIS), SCADA, GIS, water and sewer models and their use within an infrastructure or facilities management environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic decisions, advice and direction in relation to planning.
• The ability to prepare complex written reports, strategies, policy and procedures.

Applications Close 7 December 2025

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis prior to the closing date. Early submission is encouraged.

How to apply

For your application to be considered please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how you have achieved the responsibilities of the key selection criteria, qualifications and experience via https://www.westernportwater.com.au/vacancies/

Westernport Water is committed to building and maintaining a team of talented, enthusiastic people who foster a culture of inclusion and are as diverse as the community we serve. We celebrate and support differences in the workplace for the benefit of our employees and our community. We share a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.