Discipline Manager – Water, Environment and Industrial

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia KBR Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Title:

Discipline Manager – Water, Environment and Industrial

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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