Perfect for scientifically curious individuals who enjoy chemistry, process optimisation, and environmental protection. You’ll thrive in this career if you love problem-solving using data, are comfortable with detailed monitoring and lab work, and want to improve public health outcomes.
These engineers are systematic, logical thinkers with strong analytical skills and a safety-first mindset. You’ll need to be confident interpreting data, assessing chemical processes, and communicating technical information to operators and managers.
A passion for sustainability and innovation in resource recovery or circular economy initiatives is an advantage.
ResponsibilitIes
- Design and operation and testing of dosing systems
- Recommending improvements for energy and chemical efficiency
- Reviewing treatment data, process modelling
- Record operational data and prepare reports
- Follow regulatory requirements set by Environment Protection Authority and other regulators
- Analyse water chemistry data and adjust treatment plans.
- Conduct lab tests for chemical and microbiological quality.
- Support plant operations and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with engineers and operators on plant performance.
Qualifications for this role
The following qualifications can be used to become a Chemical Engineer:
- Bachelor of Chemical Engineering
- Accreditation by Engineers Australia or Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
- Training in process safety, hazardous substances (Safe Work Australia)
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management.
Where you might work
Treatment Plants
Consultant Offices
Site Visits
Laboratories
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