Senior to Principal Civil Engineer / Civil Designer
Senior / Principal Civil Engineer
Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Water & Wastewater Treatment
Why Join Us?
2026 is bringing major new projects in water and wastewater treatment and we're looking for passionate civil engineers to help deliver them. This is your chance to work on critical infrastructure that makes a real impact, while advancing your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. For the right candidate, there's an opportunity to step into a Team Lead role and drive innovation across the sector.
What You'll Do
- Lead civil engineering design for state-of-the-art treatment plants.
- Oversee projects from concept through detailed design and construction support.
- Mentor and inspire a team of engineers and designers.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver sustainable solutions.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and client expectations
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Civil Engineering (Chartered status highly regarded).
- Hands-on experience with treatment plant projects (water or wastewater).
- Strong technical knowledge in civil design, hydraulics, and infrastructure planning.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results.
What's In It For You?
- Be part of landmark projects shaping Australia's water future.
- Career progression with leadership opportunities.
- A supportive, innovative team culture.
If you are a Civil Designer with experience in treatment plant projects and proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar), we would love to speak with you too!
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