• AECOM
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Professional / Senior Water Resources Engineer

  • Pin (2)727 Collins Street, Melbourne
  • Group (22) Engineering , Engineering Civil/Structural , Engineering Environmental , Natural Resources - Water

Posted : 29/01/26
Applications Close :28/02/26

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Water Resources professional to join our Melbourne-based Water Resources team.

By joining our team, you will work on the most transformative projects and have access to mentoring and guidance from our industry-leading specialists. You will also be provided with opportunities to collaborate across interstate and international offices as part of the broader Water Resources sector.

How you’ll make a difference

  • Be part of a high-performing team delivering hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, drainage design, and integrated water management solutions, with a strong focus on technical excellence.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across a range of geographies to deliver integrated outcomes.

  • Contribute to an exciting and diverse portfolio of projects across all market sectors, including energy, transport, water, environment and government, across Victoria and beyond.

  • Work on a wide range of engaging and challenging projects and, where appropriate, assist with supervision, leadership and mentoring responsibilities to support the development of junior staff.

About You

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

  • Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with RPEV / CPEng (or working towards) highly regarded.

  • Demonstrated experience with water resource modelling and design tools such as TUFLOW, DRAINS, RORB, 12d, MUSIC, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), GoldSim and Source, along with a strong working knowledge of industry standards and guidelines such as ARR 2019 and AustRoads.

  • Strong client focus with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

  • Highly motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently and within teams, and contribute effectively to projects with competing priorities and deadlines.

Why you’ll love working with us

  • Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

  • Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year         

  • Volunteer and representation leave

  • Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

 Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

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