Assets Delivery Project Engineer

• Drive projects from initial concept through to final delivery
• Support the team in rolling out key initiatives that create lasting benefits for Aboriginal communities across WA
• Permanent opportunity with flexible work arrangements – $115, % Super

This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal Australians are encouraged to apply.

Thrive as you shape WA's water future.

We value unique insights, ideas and talents. We care about creating an environment that's inclusive and reflects the diversity of the community we service.

At Water Corporation you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your community with opportunities across WA.

About the Role

We have an opportunity for a Project Engineer based in our Leederville office. In this role, you'll provide engineering and project management support to assist in the delivery of water and sewerage projects in Aboriginal communities across the state. You'll report to the Project Director, Assets Delivery – Aboriginal Communities Water Services and play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure projects.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you're driven to make a meaningful contribution, you've come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate scoping, design, construction, commissioning, handover, and project close-out.
• Plan, allocate, and manage tasks according to approved programs of work.
• Provide technical support, collaborating with design consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Travel to Aboriginal communities to conduct investigations and to coordinate works and contracts.

About You

For this role, we are looking for great talent with: 

• A qualification in engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a project engineering role.
• Knowledge of tendering, contract award, and contract administration.
• Strong skills in preparing and analysing project proposals and reviewing engineering work.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to learn, grow and achieve outcomes

Ready to thrive as you shape WA's water future? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role. 

Applications close Monday 24th November 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.  

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at or

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.