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About the Role
Join WSP as a key technical leader in our National Geo‑Environment team, where you’ll help shape some of Australia’s most significant infrastructure and environmental projects. Our team works at the intersection of engineering, climate resilience and environmental stewardship, designing future‑ready solutions that protect communities and support sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Deliver surface water assessments, hydrological and hydraulic models (1D/2D) and stormwater designs for waste, mining, renewable energy, industrial and infrastructure projects across Australia and abroad.
- Lead and manage multidisciplinary projects from early planning through to detailed design, ensuring quality, technical excellence and strong client engagement.
- Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, environmental assessments and detailed design packages for stormwater and water management infrastructure.
- Develop innovative approaches in flood resilience, climate adaptation and sustainable water management to enhance project outcomes.
- Support and guide junior engineers within a collaborative, high‑performing team.
Requirements
- 8+ years’ experience in water resources or surface water engineering, with proven success in delivering high‑quality designs and studies.
- Strong background in stormwater management, hydrology and hydraulic modelling (e.g. RORB, WBMN, XP‑RAFTS, TUFLOW, HEC‑RAS, XP‑SWMM/STORM, DRAINS).
- Experience delivering flooding, drainage, dam‑break, erosion and sediment control or water quality assessments across a variety of sectors.
- Excellent communication skills and experience working in consulting environments with multidisciplinary teams.
Skills
- Surface Water Engineering
- Flood resilience
- Hydrology
- Hydraulics
- Stormwater design
- Climate change adaptation
- Modelling tools
- Technologies
- Design approaches
- GIS/CAD tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
Location
- Melbourne
- Sydney
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 8+ years
Education Level
- Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Postgraduate studies in water resources welcomed
- CPEng or equivalent professional certification is an advantage
Benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Programs designed to help you thrive
About the Company
- At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.
- You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.
- You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
- Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.