Senior Associate in Water Engineering
Beca HunterH2O is the Australian water business of a leading independent advisory, design and engineering consultancy.
We are a formidable team of 300+ water specialists, passionate about healthy and sustainable communities wherever we work. Using our deep knowledge and broader capability, we collaborate with clients through city and regional offices operating in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Tamworth, Brisbane, Adelaide and Fiji.
Combining the expertise of our specialist water engineers with access to over 4000 multi-disciplinary specialists, we can deliver successful projects from start to finish.
The Opportunity
While water is the world's most precious resource, our people are our most valuable asset. We are passionate about what we do and the culture we have developed. The more diverse we are, the better our ideas, strategies and client solutions will be.
As our pipeline of work grows, we are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer - Water to join our multidisciplinary water team in Newcastle. Ideally, you will have experience in the design and engineering of water and wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, pump stations and conveyance pipelines, with previous tasks including reviewing design requirements, conducting site investigations, calculations, modelling, overseeing drafting and preparing reports and specifications.
Building strong relationships with clients and demonstrating your ability to understand their core business needs, you will be able to provide innovative solutions and exceptional service.
Stepping into a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and continuous improvement, you will be given opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as mentorship from experienced engineers.
What We Look For In You
You will be a highly motivated individual who is seeking autonomy, career flexibility and working for a business that can provide purpose and relevance in your work. With outstanding communication skills and the ability to influence and drive successful project outcomes, you will have gained experience working in a consulting environment delivering projects as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-office project team.
To succeed in this role, you'll need to provide specialist knowledge, technical review and advice, lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams, and deliver practical and economical solutions for clients.
Your ideal skills and expertise:
* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
* Significant years of experience in water and wastewater treatment and/or conveyance design.
* Knowledge of safety in design, constructability and operational practices and relevant Australian standards and WSAA codes.
* Knowledge of risk management with the ability to identify project and design related risks.
* Experience in managing medium to large engineering design projects.
* A commitment to working safely, and within the company's HSEQ systems.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across a multidisciplinary team.
* Well-developed written and verbal communication skills to interact with a broad range of audiences.
* Ability to travel on occasions as required.
What We Offer
A career with us will provide you with:
* Flexibility & Wellbeing: We recognize that achieving a work-life balance is unique to everyone. Enjoy flexible working options to manage your personal and family priorities, along with dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.
* Belonging & Ownership: Join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive. Bring your whole self to work and take advantage of unique opportunities to share in our collective success.
* Parental Leave: Take time for what matters most with up to 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave, inclusive of all genders.
* Career Growth & Development: Your growth is our priority. Benefit from continuous learning through our training programs and support for professional accreditation, including pathways to Chartership with Engineers Australia.
We pride ourselves on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
Our Vision
'Creative people together transforming our world' reflects our culture, aspirations and purpose – to make everyday better. Our four values – partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care – sit at the heart of everything we do, reflecting how we work every day with each other and our clients.
Ready to Be Involved?
Apply now for this exciting opportunity to join our team of water specialists.