Flood Modeller

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia GHD Full time

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Talent Acquisition Business Partner at GHD

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resilience, develop innovative solutions to facilitate appropriate infrastructure development and develop adaptive pathways for existing communities.

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.

You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

You'll have the chance to collaborate with an experienced team who develop innovative solutions to some of the most pressing water challenges facing communities today. Using advanced modelling tools and emerging technologies, you'll contribute to projects that range from shaping flood resilience strategies to advising on sustainable urban development.

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for a Flood Modeller with a passion for innovation and sustainable outcomes to join our Surface Water and Catchments Group in Melbourne and help us deliver exciting and impactful projects.

Key to your role is the development of flood models, including both hydrology and hydraulics, for all phases of projects; from mapping and planning studies, impact assessments and mitigation studies, through to detailed design of infrastructure and water specific projects.

You'll join a great company culture with strong supportive relationships, and benefit from the career development, mentorship and growth opportunities that our team can provide.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

  • Developing flood models, management plans, impact assessment and flood mitigation strategies, and reporting to support water-related projects such as major infrastructure, environmental flows, dams, fish passage, mining, energy, development projects and assist with development and implementation of appropriate planning and development controls.
  • Working with surface water specialists sometimes as part of diverse multidisciplinary teams to work with and deliver projects for both internal and external clients
  • technical development, including the identification of opportunities and contributing to the collaborative enhancement of the efficiency, reliability and capacity of the team
  • Managing or contributing to multidisciplinary projects, maintaining strong client relationships, coordinating with stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.
  • Contributing to business development and writing proposals, identifying opportunities to secure new projects.

What You Will Bring To The Team

  • Bachelor of Civil or Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
  • Ideally, 5+ years of experience in a similar role in a consulting environment within Australia.
  • Strong skills in flood modelling and mapping, ideally with proficiency in
  • hydraulic packages (TUFLOW, HECRAS knowledge of ICM, Mike, DRAINS, EPA-SWMM beneficial),
  • hydrologic software (RORB with knowledge of URBS, WBNM, HEC-HMS beneficial)
  • GIS packages (QGIS, Arc), and
  • well-developed skills with Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, OneNote, Loop, Power BI etc)
  • Although not required some knowledge of CFD analysis, terrain modelling and design software such as 12D and python coding would be beneficial
  • Strong client relationship skills and project management skills
  • A well-developed understanding of relevant state and federal legislation and guidelines, including Australian Rainfall and Runoff.
  • An eagerness to learn and contribute to a supportive team environment.

We're open to discussing full-time or part-time options.

Interested? Apply online now by submitting your CV and Cover Letter

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let's drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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  • IndustriesCivil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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