Senior Water Resources Engineer

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Knight Piesold & Co Full time

Knight Piésold is a specialised international consulting firm offering engineering and environmental services in Mining, Environment, Hydropower, Water Resources, and Roads & Construction Services. We are proud of the longstanding relationships we have with our clients and delivery of exceptional services on a global scale.

The Role

We are currently seeking to appoint a Senior Water Resource Engineer to join our Melbourne team. Some of the key responsibilities include:

  • Providing technical guidance and assisting with the completion of non-Newtonian dam break assessments.
  • Conducting rainfall, flow and flood assessments, including modelling, mapping, flood mitigation design, and risk assessments.
  • Providing technical leadership for a range of water management related studies and investigations from pre-feasibility through to detailed design and operation.
  • Developing and supporting existing group capability in stormwater management and flood studies in a mining context.
  • Developing hydrological, hydraulic and probabilistic water balance models to assess surface water / runoff flows, peak flows and flood risk, and site water management requirements.
  • Undertaking designs of hydraulic and other water management structures for mine sites.
  • Supporting business development activities, developing client relationships, and writing proposals.
  • Project management, including project scoping, budget control, planning, development of schedules and coordination of staff.

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field with a strong focus on hydrology.
  • Masters (MSc) degree in hydrology or related discipline will be advantageous.
  • Proficiency with GIS (ArcGIS suite) applications and with hydraulic, flood modelling software (e.g. HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, and MIKE) and water balance modelling software (GoldSim etc.).
  • EA Chartered Engineer or close to achieving.
  • Understanding of non-Newtonian flow conditions and specific skills related to modelling tailings storage facility dam break assessments.
  • Ability to demonstrate a resourceful approach to work, displaying initiative and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent technical writing skills with experience in proposal writing and technical reporting.

What We Offer

Knight Piésold offer excellent remuneration packages and a competitive range of benefits including:

  • Subsidised gym memberships/ fitness classes.
  • Training and development opportunities to develop and strengthen your skills.
  • Referral bonuses.
  • Early access to long service leave.

If you believe you have most of the skills and experience outlined above, we would love to hear from you Please submit your resume and cover letter to

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

  • How many years' experience do you have as a Water Resources Engineer?
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • How many years' experience do you have as a civil engineer?
  • Do you have technical writing experience?
  • How many years of project management experience do you have?
  • Have you completed a qualification in civil engineering?
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