Water Resources Engineer

1 month ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville City Council Full time
About the Role

The Water Resources Engineer will play a critical role in the development and implementation of the Integrated Water Management Strategy for Townsville. This includes participating in the development, delivery, and reporting on the Water and Resource Recovery Capital and Operational plans. The successful candidate will also provide input, problem-solving, and assistance with water treatment and network operations to support day-to-day operations, problem-solving, and water system optimization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver projects in water treatment plant upgrades, dams safety, and network operations
  • Assist with the development and implementation of the Integrated Water Management Strategy
  • Provide input and problem-solving assistance with water treatment and network operations
About You

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in civil, chemical, or environmental engineering and experience in a water treatment or distribution-related field. You will be self-motivated, have developing problem-solving skills, and a demonstrated interest, capacity, and commitment to develop skills and knowledge relating to the water and wastewater industry.

You will have effective communication skills, both oral and written, the ability to work autonomously and in a team, solid time management and organizational skills, and proven competency with the Microsoft Office suite, namely Outlook, Word, and Excel, and other corporate software.

What We Offer
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
  • Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
  • Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
  • Employee Assistance Program
About Us

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle. Our organization provides and maintains over $5.4b worth of community assets, including water and wastewater networks and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues, and more.

We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city. We lead the creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial, and environmental shocks.

We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.



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