senior drainage engineer

As the Senior Drainage Engineer, you will support the design leadership team by providing a comprehensive, professional engineering planning and design service. You will take the lead on complex drainage asset improvement projects, hydrological investigations, and subdivisional engineering assessments to ensure all local infrastructure is safe, compliant, and fit for the future.

Key Areas of Accountability:

• Engineering Design & Analysis: Lead the investigation, catchment mapping, hydrologic modeling, and pipe system analysis for assigned capital works projects.

• Technical Documentation: Produce comprehensive construction plans, bills of quantities, and highly accurate cost estimates utilizing AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

• Subdivisional & Development Assessments: Review and assess incoming subdivisional engineering design submissions against local policies, standard guidelines, and regulatory frameworks.

• Tenders & Contract Procurement: Prepare thorough contract documentation for major drainage works and critically evaluate incoming consultant/contractor tender submissions.

• Intra-Divisional Technical Support: Participate in multi-disciplinary corporate project teams, support the training/development of junior officers, and help maintain core CADD and drainage software packages.

• Council & Stakeholder Advisory: Prepare clear committee reports, briefing notes, and formal engineering advice for Council. Proactively coordinate with public utilities, government departments, and community members regarding active works.

What You Will Bring:

• A Degree in Civil Engineering (or a relevant Diploma backed by substantial, specialised industry experience).

• Extensive, proven experience in civil engineering drainage design, stormwater management, and local road design procedures.

• Advanced technical proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and specialised computer-assisted hydrologic/drainage design packages.

• Strong working knowledge of Australian Standards alongside AR&R (Australian Rainfall and Runoff), ARRB, MRWA, and AUSTROADS guidelines.

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to navigate public, internal, and government stakeholder networks.

• A valid C Class Australian Driver's Licence and a current National Police Certificate (or the ability to easily obtain one).

What We Offer in Return

• A competitive salary up to $138,600 plus a commuter-use vehicle.

• Generous work-from-home (WFH) options and genuine workplace flexibility.

• Long-term permanent employment stability on multi-million dollar local infrastructure pipelines.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced engineer ready to make a tangible difference in a thriving local community, click "APPLY NOW" to submit your resume

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.