Senior Surface Water Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. GHD scores B on the Alion truth index.
The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated.
As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.
Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a skilled Surface Water Engineer with a strong working knowledge of GoldSim and a passion for water resources to join our NSW/ACT team in Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle, Wollongong or any of our regional NSW offices.
You will collaborate with specialists across water, dams, tailings, mining, environmental and digital disciplines and make an impact on complex Mine Water Management and Water Balance Modelling projects across Australia.
You’ll join a great company culture with strong supportive relationships, and benefit from the career development, mentorship and growth opportunities that our team can provide.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Developing and applying GoldSim water balance models for mine water management studies, operational assessments and strategic water planning.
- Working closely with multidisciplinary teams across mining, dams, tailings, hydrology and environmental services, analysing complex water systems and evaluating risks
- Delivering on multidisciplinary projects and tasks, maintaining strong client relationships, coordinating with stakeholders to deliver project outcomes
- Contributing to proposals, business development activities and the continued growth of GHD's surface water capability.
- Conducting technical reviews and mentoring junior staff, providing guidance and feedback to help them develop their skills
What you will bring to the team
- Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or a related discipline.
- Between 5 &12 years of experience in a similar role in a consulting environment.
- Experience in surface water engineering, mine water management or water resources consulting.
- Strong working knowledge of GoldSim, including development and application of water balance models.
- Understanding of mine water management practices, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Strong client relationship skills and project management skills in water resources projects
Interested? Apply now with your CV and a Cover Letter.
We’re open to discussing full time or part time options.
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.
We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.