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Civil Treatment Lead - Water Infrastructure
420 George Street, Sydney
Engineering , Engineering Chemical , Engineering Civil/Structural , Engineering Environmental , Engineering Mechanical , Engineering Process , Wastewater Treatment , Water Treatment
Posted : 30/10/26
Applications Close :29/11/26
Due to significant contract awards within our ANZ Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure Team in New South Wales.
The Water Infrastructure group provides services to a range of internal and external clients on projects covering water and wastewater treatment, dams, asset management, major conveyance, industrial, civil infrastructure, mining, and defence sectors, with a key focus on supporting sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.
By joining our team, you'll work alongside industry-leading technical specialists on some of Australia's most complex and impactful water projects. You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Australia, New Zealand and our global network.
How you’ll make a difference
- Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects, including treatment plant upgrades, renewals and optimisation works.
- Coordinate and manage projects from inception through to completion, including bidding, concept and detailed design, tender documentation and construction phase support.
- Contribute to the planning and design of civil infrastructure associated with treatment facilities, including site layouts, hydraulic structures, tanks, pipework and supporting infrastructure.
- Ensure quality assurance processes are followed, delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams across local, regional and global AECOM offices.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers, supporting technical development and knowledge sharing across the team.
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
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and CPEng (or working towards/eligible).
- Demonstrated experience delivering water and/or wastewater treatment projects within a consulting, design or engineering environment.
- Experience with treatment plant upgrades, renewals, process infrastructure and associated civil works.
- Knowledge of applicable Australian codes, standards and industry guidelines relevant to water and wastewater treatment.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
- A passion for delivering high-quality technical outcomes and mentoring emerging talent.
Why you’ll love working with us
- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, 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?




