Senior Water Engineer- Flooding/Hydrology
BH-287329
Posted: 16/06/2025
- $150,000-$180,000
- Australia Western Australia Perth
- Permanent
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Construction & Infrastructure
Senior Water Engineer- Flooding/Hydrology
Join a growing national team working on major infrastructure projects across Australia.
They specialise in surface water and flood risk management across road, rail, metro, and land development projects. With a strong pipeline of work and exciting new projects underway, they are looking for a Senior Engineer to join their Perth office.
About the Role
As a Senior Water Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering flood and surface water management solutions for major infrastructure and development projects. You’ll work closely with a passionate team of specialists, support junior engineers, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Responsibilities
If this sounds like an opportunity that you are interested in pursuing. Apply below or send your resume and cover letter to blake.taylor@nesfircroft.com, alternatively call Blake Taylor on 0407 856 550 for a confidential discussion. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Join a growing national team working on major infrastructure projects across Australia.
They specialise in surface water and flood risk management across road, rail, metro, and land development projects. With a strong pipeline of work and exciting new projects underway, they are looking for a Senior Engineer to join their Perth office.
About the Role
As a Senior Water Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering flood and surface water management solutions for major infrastructure and development projects. You’ll work closely with a passionate team of specialists, support junior engineers, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Leading hydrology and hydraulic studies, including flood modelling, mapping, and reporting.
- Supporting project management—budgets, timelines, deliverables—and mentoring junior staff.
- Collaborating with other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
- Communicating clearly with clients and stakeholders to keep projects aligned and on track.
- Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science.
- 7+ years’ experience in flood assessments and modelling in Australia.
- Strong skills in hydrology and hydraulic modelling (e.g. RORB, XP-RAFTS, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS).
- Familiarity with local/state flood policy and approval pathways.
- Experience in cross-drainage design, flood mitigation, and infrastructure projects.
- Excellent communication skills—written and verbal.
- Bonus: Experience with 12d, DRAINS, and relationships with state agencies.
- Work on high-impact projects across Australia.
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and growing team.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a strong team culture.
- Opportunities for career development and technical leadership.
If this sounds like an opportunity that you are interested in pursuing. Apply below or send your resume and cover letter to blake.taylor@nesfircroft.com, alternatively call Blake Taylor on 0407 856 550 for a confidential discussion. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.