Structural Engineer - Remote

• Join a dynamic, diverse and high performing engineering team in an exciting time of growth in water sector
• Permanent Full-time located at Parramatta - WFH option available
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Sydney Water offers a competitive benefits package, including health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements,

About us:

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.

About the role:

Reporting to the Specialist Engineering Manager (Civil, Structural & Geotechnical) in Engineering and Technical Support, this role will provide advice to wider Sydney Water as the Subject Matter Expert in Structural Engineering

Key responsibilities will include:

· Assist in providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) advice for Structural Engineering to wider Sydney Water teams.

· Assist in reviewing of complex designs for new high-risk assets and rehabilitation of critical, existing assets.

· Assist in preparation and management of standards, specifications and guidelines related to Sydney Water’s assets.

· Maintaining regular contact with other structural SMEs in related industries for sharing and advancement of skills and knowledge

· Working closely with other structural, civil, geotechnical and materials engineers within the team on the beyond

Skills & Qualification

· Degree in structural or civil engineering that is recognised by Engineers Australia

· 5 years experience in the design of water retaining structures and related industrial structures.

· Experience / knowledge in the rehabilitation of water retaining structures is preferred.

· Experience / knowledge in protective coatings to concrete and steel structures is preferred.

· Experience / knowledge in the use of more sustainable material such as low carbon concrete, geopolymer concrete etc is preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support inter-disciplinary and asset owner, production of specialist reports.

· A desire to work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in a senior technical support and subject matter expert capacity.

About you

· Solution focused with the ability to find a way to make things better.

· You stand up and contribute by challenging the norm and sharing your knowledge and offering opinions respectfully.

· You do what you say with integrity, transparency and trust.

· You support and encourage by actively listening, identify and acknowledge others’ strengths and skills.

· You own the outcome by owning your role, understand the impact and how it contributes to the cooperate strategy of the organisation.

What’s in it for you

· Flexible/Hybrid working

· Use of vehicle for work purposes

· Parking options available

· Childcare allowances

· Parental leave

· Novated lease options

· Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW

· Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.

Application closing date: Friday, 15th March 2024

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can Contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au

Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.

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