Discipline Manager
3 days ago
Are you a leader of large teams or a
Principal or Senior Engineer
ready to lead a passionate team, deliver meaningful infrastructure projects, and leave a lasting impact on SA's built environment?
South Australia is on a steep growth trajectory. We're looking for a
Discipline Manager – Water, Environment & Industrial
who's excited to guide and grow a talented team, engage in hands-on technical leadership, and contribute to projects that span the water, defence, buildings, industrial, transport and civil infrastructure sectors.
This is more than a management role—it's your chance to bring people together, build belonging, and grow professionally while delivering projects that matter.
Position Overview:
You'll be at the heart of a high-performing, collaborative team, mentoring future leaders, shaping technical excellence, and directly influencing outcomes across iconic projects. As both a people and technical leader, you'll be empowered to:
- Lead a high-performing team with a focus on safety, wellbeing, collaboration, and impact.
- Create a positive and thriving culture through meaningful work and tailored development pathways.
- Influence the future of our business through strategic workforce planning, business improvement, and client-facing work.
- Bring people together—you'll shape a team culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive by driving team engagement, career growth and capability development.
- Deliver technically excellent designs and guide project teams through all phases—from concept to delivery.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to develop tailored solutions, prepare proposals and support business growth.
- Managing project budgets, team resources, and ensuring the highest standard of delivery.
Skills & Experience Required:
- A degree in Chemical Engineering, or a Mechanical Engineering discipline. Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
- 15+ years of consulting/design experience.
- A collaborative approach to leadership and problem-solving. Chartered Engineer (CPEng) status (or ability to attain within 6 months).
- Proven experience managing teams and delivering complex projects.
- Technical expertise in water, defence and/or industrial infrastructure, complemented by a well-connected business network in SA to help strengthen and grow our local capability.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire others.
Why join KBR:
Our KBR Values -
We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams
–
these values
embody our people centric organisation.
At KBR, we don't just talk about culture—we live it.
- Connect with diverse thinkers and passionate collaborators across our Australian and global teams.
- Belong to a workplace where your voice matters, and your impact is valued.
- Grow your career with ongoing opportunities to lead, learn, and push boundaries.
What We Offer:
- A supportive team where leadership is human, not hierarchical.
- Flexible work options that suit your lifestyle.
- Meaningful, high-impact projects across a variety of sectors.
- Leadership and technical development programs to support your growth.
Ready to shape the built environment and your future?
Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow, together.
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