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Senior Associate Water Resources Engineer
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Engineering
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Posted : 12/02/26
Applications Close :12/03/26
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
The purpose of this role is to provide technically defensible, and innovative water resources services to clients, with a focus on catchment hydrology and flood modelling.
The aim is to build a reputation across ANZ as an industry leader as an individual, and also as a resilient team. The role will be required to write proposals for, win and lead both complex and smaller water resources projects, as well as work collaboratively with other disciplines.
Key requirements include:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Undertaking, leading and contributing to a range of projects including, permitting and consent projects, hazard assessments, adaptation planning and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technically defensible input into hydrology and flood modelling challenges
• Ability to work collaboratively to provide specialist scientific support to other technical disciplines within Jacobs
• Liaison with clients, stakeholders and regulators to support technical delivery
• Liaison with Jacobs teams in ANZ and globally
• Coaching and mentoring of junior team members to assist in building a high performing team
• Presenting information to stakeholders in meetings in a concise and effective manner.
• Authoring complex assessments / reports
• Undertaking quality assurance processes, including undertaking technical review of project deliverables.
• Managing projects so that they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the agreed quality.
Here's what you'll need
Degree in Engineering Review or compile technical reports that detail the type, methodologies, results of field activities, interpretation of results and impact assessment
Strong presentation skills and ability to present complex information in a range of forums, including client and stakeholder workshops, planning panel and consent hearings, community forums, conferences etc.
Able to build relationships with clients, lead business development and secure new opportunities with existing and new clients
Effectively collaborate with the wider water resource practice to share technical skills, resources, and work packages
Maintain industry leading proficiency in the use of standard tools, techniques and equipment that are required for the undertaking, completion, and delivery of your work in water quality science
Ensure sufficient knowledge of the legislation and policies that are relevant to our work
Support Water Resources Section Leader, Principals and Technical Directors, to develop and enhance the team’s capability
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.
Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.
We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.
Cultural Support:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
Locations
| City | State | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | Victoria | Australia |
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