Stormwater Engineer

About the role

This newly created, 2-year fixed term position will help facilitate the implementation of drainage infrastructure ensuring compliance with Council standards while also contributing to the efficient and timely delivery of integrated water and stormwater management projects.

In this role, you will support the development and execution of strategies, policies, and programs that advance sustainable water and drainage management. Ideally, you will join us with relevant work experience in civil engineering practices and drainage design alongside your degree in Civil Engineering.

What your day will look like

- Undertaking detailed checking of drainage plans to ensure compliance with planning permit conditions, Council standards and specifications
- Liaising with consultants and planners, as required
- Determining the likelihood of inundation and providing stormwater management advice
- Liaising with developers and consultants and providing advice on engineering matters relating to drainage and integrated water management
- Assisting with the investigation and resolution of technical stormwater design issues
- Assessing the impact of development proposals on Council’s infrastructure asset networks

What you will bring

- Degree in Civil Engineering
- Knowledge of stormwater management and Integrated Water Management principles
- Demonstrated analytical and investigative skills to assess drainage and stormwater management issues, interpret technical data, and develop practical, innovative solutions within relevant guidelines and standards
- Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects within agreed timeframes and budgets, while maintaining quality outcomes
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports and provide clear advice to developers, consultants, internal teams, and the community
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and apply new software relevant to engineering and drainage management

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 19 October 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Russell Kirby, Team Leader Stormwater Engineering on 9742 0831.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality. Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.

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