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Director level dams engineer

Newcastle
Aecom
Posted: 10 January
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AECOM Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

Job location: Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. Roles may be based in Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Sydney or Perth offices.


Job Description

AECOM is delivering some of Australia's most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with Dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across the country. As part of our industry-leading Dams team, you'll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction, and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions and mentor the next generation of engineers.

With AECOM's flexibility, base yourself in either our Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Sydney or Perth offices.


Responsibilities

* Leading and running engineering components of complex, major dam projects and providing technical and strategic direction in their delivery.
* Guiding and mentoring our growing team of engineers to provide high quality outputs and excellent client service.
* Leading design teams and design programs from options-analysis through to detailed design of dams.
* Creating and maintaining lasting relationships with our clients.


Qualifications

The following qualities and experience are highly desired. 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.

* Proven experience in delivering above expected outcomes and a strong technical capability within the dam industry.
* A passion for mentoring and leadership.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to develop and nurture relationships with internal stakeholders, clients and the local industry.
* A relevant tertiary degree (essential).


Additional Information


Why 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


Equity and Inclusion

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.


About AECOM

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. Learn more about our reconciliation efforts at aecom.com.

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