Floodplain & Stormwater Engineer

About the role

Ivory Group is recruiting a Floodplain and Stormwater Engineer for a local Sydney Council. The engineer works closely with developers, applicants and residents to give expert advice on flood and stormwater matters for properties and developments, and delivers detailed stormwater, flood and water quality designs and assessments. The position starts immediately on a 6-month contract, with possible extension, and offers the option of work from home days.

Key responsibilities

• Develop processes and methods that make flood information easy to access
• Manage consultants and developers so projects meet their deadlines
• Make sure designs and reviews follow the Council's standards and regulations
• Coordinate flood studies, floodplain risk management and stormwater designs
• Deliver detailed stormwater, flood and water quality designs and assessments, including flood modelling and flood certificates

Required profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications
• Previous experience in local government is highly desirable
• Ability to work with developers, applicants and residents

Required skills

• Proficiency in GIS, TUFLOW, HECS and/or DRAINS
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What we offer

• 35 hours per week with flexible start and finish times
• Possible work from home days
• On-site parking and a 5-minute walk from the train station
• Immediate start on a 6-month contract with possible extension