Senior Water Infrastructure Engineer

Sunshine Coast, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Company Description“Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” - Dominique Keirens, Technical Director - Water Gold Coast, QLDCome grow with us.AECOM has been a leader in water system services across ANZ for decades, focusing on innovation and emerging technologies. We specialise in asset management and offer comprehensive planning, design, and construction for water infrastructure. From irrigation to raw water assets, we optimize efficiency, increase ROI, and reduce costs. Trusted by municipal water companies, we ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, and environmental protection. Our solutions-ranging from urban flood protection to hydroelectricity-help create climate-resilient, water-sensitive cities that benefit both people and the planet.Everyone belongs at AECOM.We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.Job DescriptionDue to significant contract awards within our Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure Team in the Sunshine Coast.By joining our team, you'll be immersed in a strong, long-term pipeline of work, handling complex, large-scale and iconic projects primarily focused within the South-East Queensland region.Living on the Sunshine Coast offers the perfect blend of work and relaxation. With stunning beaches, a thriving outdoor scene and a welcoming community, enjoy a lifestyle filled with adventure, wellness, and cultural experiences. AECOM fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, ensuring that your time on the Sunshine Coast is both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.Join us in this beautiful coastal paradise and become part of a team committed to excellence and innovation in one of Australia's most dynamic regions, featuring a growing economy and diverse opportunities for career advancement.How you'll make a difference:

Bring your creativity and foresight in project delivery, solving technical and client challenges across water infrastructure projects, providing inputs from hydraulic modelling to concept and detailed design, through to project scoping and compliance.
Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, contributing to the growth of our talent pipeline and maintaining a high performing, engaged and supportive team culture.
Checking and review of project outputs, including project deliverables.
Ensure all quality assurance processes are followed, delivering projects on time and within budget.
Build and maintain strong relationships working with various clients and local, regional, and global AECOM colleagues as part of multidisciplinary teams and project delivery.

QualificationsThe qualities that help you thrive: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.

Relevant tertiary qualifications & RPEQ / CPEng (highly regarded).
Demonstrated experience in water and wastewater projects.
Knowledge of applicable Australian codes and standards.
An interest in mentoring, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for delivering high quality work and excellent client and stakeholder engagement skills.

Additional InformationWhy 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?We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Learn more about life at AECOM: , , , , - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.About AECOMAECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

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