Lead Drainage Engineer

About us :

pitt&sherry is an Australian employee-owned consultancy. Since 1963, we have been delivering engineering and environmental consulting, advisory, and project management services. We thrive on tackling challenging projects that enable us to live up to our vision: inspired thinking to embrace the challenges of a changing world.

We are proud to be Australia's most agile thinkers: we are engineers, scientists, planners, technicians, project managers, and consultants. Coupled with our multi-disciplinary offering, we deliver solutions that make a true difference to people and places. With seven offices throughout Australia, we are committed to remaining big enough to deliver, small enough to care.

The Opportunity :

We are seeking a Lead Drainage Engineer to mentor our drainage team. This role involves designing and leading stormwater drainage projects and will see you working on exciting projects across energy, resources, civic, water, and transport markets. You will manage design activities and oversee the work of others.

• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Analysis : Undertake and lead hydrologic and hydraulic analysis using tools like 12D, DRAINS, RORB, and TUFLOW.
• Mentoring : Provide guidance and mentorship to our drainage team.
• Diverse Design Tasks : Engage in designing and leading stormwater drainage, services coordination, and interdisciplinary coordination across various sectors.
• Exciting Projects : Work on projects in energy, resources, civic, water, and transport markets.
• Design Management : Lead design activities and packages independently, overseeing and coordinating team efforts.
• Client Interaction : Build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.
• Collaborative Environment : Work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and professionals.
• Business Development : Support activities like identifying opportunities, pursuing new work, and preparing proposals.
• Impactful Work : Report to the National Hydrology and Hydraulics Capability Lead, delivering outstanding outcomes for clients including government, resource, energy companies, and contractors.

What You Bring :

We welcome applicants passionate about this role, even if you don't meet every requirement.

• Proven Design Experience : At least 15 years in civil/drainage engineering, with experience in design and design management, including multidisciplinary work.
• VIC-Based Experience : Experience with design and construction projects in Victoria, MRPV projects, and Melbourne Water approvals is preferred.
• Energetic, Flexible, and Positive Attitude : Bring enthusiasm and adaptability.
• Team Player : Enjoy collaborative work with a 'can-do' attitude.
• Technical Skills : Experience in drainage design across various sectors and hydrologic/hydraulic analysis tools.
• Professional Qualifications : Eligibility for CPEng and/or RPEQ/RPEV.

Why Join Us :

• Passionate Team : Join a friendly, dedicated team aligned with our 2030 strategy.
• Flexible Working : Enjoy a balance of home and office work, supporting your work/life balance.
• Paid Parental Leave : No waiting period, with a Return to Work Bonus.
• Employee Assistance Program : Access to psychologists and coaches.
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning, membership with Engineers Australia and Consult Australia.
• Additional Leave : Purchased leave, cultural and ceremonial leave, floating holidays.
• Competitive Remuneration : Market-competitive package.
• Social Connections : Regular team functions.
• Recognition and Growth : Contribute to an agile company where your work is valued.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, mature workers, LGBTI+ individuals, and people from various cultural backgrounds.

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