Senior Water Resources Professional

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of integrated water management across Australia, with an emphasis on creating better futures for Australian waterways. You will be supported by a talented team of professionals to deliver key projects and drive the growth of our water-related project pipeline.

The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the growth of the Australian water industry, providing technical direction on projects related to integrated water and natural resource management. This could include business cases, environmental assessments, design development and strategic planning services.

You will have the opportunity to lead complex water management projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client requirements. You will also oversee project resources, budgets, and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Tertiary qualifications in Environmental or Civil Engineering (or related field) with relevant experience in water resources/Integrated Water Management within a consulting business environment.

A strong technical foundation in hydrology/catchment modelling, water-sensitive urban design, and modelling software (TUFLOW FV/Source, TUFLOW Catch, MUSIC, MIKE).

Proven project management experience, including planning, budgeting, and execution of water management projects.

Knowledge of integrated water management principles, practices, and limitations, including water, nutrient, and energy balance.

Ability to help formulate project scope, and guide client direction of planning projects.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.

A strategic mindset and a strong ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities while maintaining a focus on delivering quality results.

A strong desire to bring positive change to the Australian water industry.

A passion for Australian waterways and the values they contribute to communities.

At Arup, we offer a competitive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. We provide benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work you do.

Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Some of the benefits you can enjoy include:

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
• Birthday leave.
• Annual leave loading.
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities.
• Insurances (life & income protection).
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans.
• Novated car lease.
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.

We create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.