Discipline Manager

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Kbr, Inc. Full time

Discipline Manager - Water, Environment & Industrial
KBR, Inc.
— Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Overview
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 aDiscipline Manager – Water, Environment & Industrialwho'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.
Qualifications
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.
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.
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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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
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