Senior Hydrology Expert

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeHydrology Full time $125,000 - $175,000
Job Overview

Seeking a seasoned Hydrology Professional to lead the development and implementation of innovative hydrology solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects in Australia. This role is ideal for an experienced technical expert with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in drainage, hydrology, and flood risk management within Australia.



About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and deliver hydrology and drainage solutions that meet Australian Standards and guidelines. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing hydrology and drainage designs for major transport infrastructure projects
  • Overseeing flood risk assessments, catchment analysis, and stormwater management strategies
  • Managing concept and detailed designs for road and rail infrastructure, ensuring integration with surface and subsurface drainage systems
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineering teams to ensure high-quality design outcomes
  • Reviewing and approving hydrological and hydraulic designs to ensure compliance with local authority requirements
  • Utilizing industry-standard modeling tools to perform and validate complex drainage and water management designs


Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 15 years' experience in hydrology, drainage, and water management for major infrastructure projects in Australia
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, Austroads guidelines, and relevant local authority requirements
  • Demonstrated expertise in flood risk assessment, drainage design, and water catchment analysis
  • Proven experience in delivering concept and detailed design for major road and/or rail infrastructure
  • Experience in managing and reviewing designs for surface and subsurface drainage systems


Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced understanding of hydrology and hydraulics modeling techniques
  • Experience working on major projects with state authorities
  • Proven ability to manage design budgets, schedules, and resource planning


What We Offer

A positive work environment, flexible working arrangements, employee benefits, opportunities to work on unique and transformative projects, and learn from industry experts.



Seniority Level
  • Mid-Senior level


Employment Type
  • Full-time


Job Function
  • Engineering and Information Technology

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