Flood Modeller / Water Resources Engineer
* Full-time
* State/Province: Western Australia
* Business Group: DCS
* Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
* Business Line: Water
* Work Location Model: Hybrid
* Operating Group: International
* Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road
"I have built genuine life-long friendships with colleagues and clients alike. We foster a culture of mutual respect, and are given opportunities to learn and grow." – Richard Corbett, Water Services Lead, Rockhampton
Come grow with us.
Balancing the world's need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.
We work with clients across the entire project life cycle—from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services—on both traditional and alternative project‐delivery options (design‐build, public‐private partnerships and financing).
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Water Resources professional to join our Perth team.
In this role, you'll contribute to flood modelling, drainage, and water resources assessments across diverse projects in transport, Defence, mining, and energy transition (including wind, solar, and BESS). You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally and nationally, while benefiting from mentoring by industry‐leading specialists and opportunities to work across Western Australia and nationally.
This position suits an engineer with 3 – 7 years' post‐graduate experience looking to further develop their technical skills in a collaborative consultancy environment.
Responsibilities
* Undertake hydrologic and hydraulic modelling to support planning, design and approvals
* Prepare flood studies, drainage assessments, flood impact assessments and technical reports
* Develop water balance models and hydrological assessment to support mine water management and water yield studies
* Support the development of solutions for transport infrastructure, mining, Defence facilities, and renewable energy projects
* Work collaboratively with civil, environmental, mining, transport and planning teams to deliver integrated outcomes
* Support proposal preparation and contribute to strong client service outcomes
* Continue to develop your technical skills, industry knowledge and local market understanding
Qualifications
* Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology or a related field and 3+ years of relevant professional experience
* Experience in flood modelling and/or water resources assessments and a strong understanding of floodplain, drainage and catchment processes
* Competent in the use of TUFLOW and QGIS & a working knowledge of GoldSim
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
* Experience with tools such as HEC‐RAS, RORB, XPRAFTS, DRAINS, 12D, MUSIC, MIKE or similar and familiarity with ARR 2019 and Australian drainage guidelines will be highly regarded
Benefits
* 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
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
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