Principal Water Resources Engineer (Flood)

About the role

AECOM's Melbourne Water Resources team is looking for a Principal Water Resources Engineer (Flooding) to join a multidisciplinary team with a strong pipeline of Defence, water and infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on technical leadership role applying expertise in hydrology, hydraulics and flood modelling, working closely with clients, project teams and technical specialists across Australia and New Zealand.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery and review of flood risk assessments, flood studies and hydraulic modelling projects
• Undertake and review hydrologic and hydraulic modelling using tools such as TUFLOW and related software
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers across the Water Resources team
• Support Defence, water, transport and major infrastructure projects with specialist flood engineering expertise
• Work directly with clients and stakeholders to communicate technical findings and give trusted advice
• Contribute to project planning, delivery and quality assurance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on water management solutions, aligned with ARR, industry standards and client requirements

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering (or equivalent)
• Approximately 8+ years' experience in water resources engineering, flood modelling or flood risk management
• Demonstrated ability to review and deliver flood studies and technical assessments
• Experience engaging directly with clients and stakeholders on technical flood matters
• Understanding of ARR and relevant state-based flood planning requirements
• Ability to work independently within multidisciplinary teams, with excellent written and verbal communication
• Australian citizenship is essential, with eligibility to obtain and maintain Defence security clearances, including ITAR-related requirements

Required skills

• TUFLOW and other hydrologic and hydraulic modelling tools
• Hydrology and hydraulic modelling

What we offer

• Hybrid working, flexible start and finish times, and the option to work from an office, client site or remotely
• Access to specialists and career pathways across technical leadership, project management and people leadership