Engineering Hydrologist: Climate-Resilient Water Solutions

Tonkin + Taylor

Auckland

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Competitive remuneration

Wellbeing allowance

Parental leave & coaching

Social and inclusive culture

Job summary

Tonkin + Taylor in New Zealand is seeking an Engineering Hydrologist / Water Engineer to join our growing Water team. This role suits someone with a strong hydrology foundation who wants to apply their skills on infrastructure, flood risk and climate resilience projects.

You will work on hydrological investigations, rainfall-runoff modelling, flood estimation and water resource assessments, alongside water engineering disciplines such as flood modelling and stormwater design.

Qualifications

Degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Resources Engineering.
Experience in hydrology, flood estimation, catchment modelling or water resources assessments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with hydrological analysis and modelling tools is advantageous.
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Undertake hydrological investigations, rainfall-runoff modelling, flood estimation and catchment assessments.
Support flood risk management, climate resilience, hydraulic modelling and flood modelling studies.
Assist with design and assessment of hydraulic structures, stormwater systems and water infrastructure.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, specifications, assessments and design documentation.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and engage with clients and stakeholders.
Contribute to proposals, business development and client relationship growth.
Support and mentor junior staff and contribute to technical excellence initiatives.