Principal Flood Modeller

• One of Australia's largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
• Flexible work arrangements and excellent employee benefits
• Additional Benefit of a #ME Day (Paid day off once a month)

About Umwelt

Umwelt is an Australian owned and run environmental consultancy that has been operating for over 35 years across Australia. We are a team of vibrant professionals with experience across a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, defence, regulation and policy, resources, and the urban development sector.

Umwelt is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Flood Modeller to join our team, as we continue to grow and expand our Water Services group.

About the Role:

This role will see you independently delivering high quality surface water assessments and flood modelling, while driving continuous improvement of processes and systems in collaboration with the Surface Water Lead and Water Services Manager.

As a principal member of the team, you will be responsible for delivering technical work to scope, schedule, and budget, strengthening client relationships, identifying new project opportunities and building your professional standing in the industry. You will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring junior modellers, helping them develop their skills and capabilities, while effectively managing projects, budgets, timeframes, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership through the delivery of flood/surface water modelling projects, and support the growth and success of water modelling
• Eagerness to innovate and establish efficient and effective modelling systems and processes in collaboration with the groundwater modelling team
• Demonstrate and deliver on technically accurate flood/surface water modelling, analysis and reporting
• Prepare high quality technical work as per the scope and timeframes, as well as developing innovative solutions for clients
• Manage projects from proposal to delivery, including team coordination, client relationships, and oversight of scope, budget, and schedules
• Provide positive leadership and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative, productive and fun work environment

About You:

• Degree qualifications in Engineering or a similar degree
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water/environmental consulting
• Expertise with water modelling software (i.e. WBNM, XP-Rafts, RORB, URBS, Tuflow, HEC-RAS) and application of ARR (Australian Rainfall and Runoff) 2019
• Experience in visualisation and GIS software (i.e. GlobalMapper, AutoCAD, QGIS, ArcGIS)
• Preferred NER (National Engineers Register), Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ) or working towards obtaining these registrations
• Strong leadership with a people focus, thriving in a fun, friendly environment that values work-life balance, while delivering innovative, high-quality technical work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Extensive knowledge and experience within the hydrologic technical field
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment

What We offer:

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:

• A role collaborating with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
• #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff one extra paid day off per month
• Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
• Opportunities to join Umwelt's Employee Share Plan (ESP)
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.