Job Description

• Global engineering consultancy with genuine career development opportunities
• Significant long-term programs of work
• Hybrid work environment with attractive benefits and professional development opportunities

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About SMEC

SMEC, a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, is a global engineering consultancy delivering technical excellence across urban development, infrastructure, and management advisory. With a network of over 100 offices in 40 countries and a team of 13,000 professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on transformative projects worldwide.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven professional to lead, coordinate and undertake various condition assessment and asset managementactivities of water infrastructureand other assets. You will play a key role in ensuring the long-term performance and reliability of water systems through strategic asset management and engineering excellence.

As a key member of our water infrastructure team in Brisbane, you will contribute to major programs of work with key clients, primarily within South East Queensland, while also supporting the broader ANZ business. You will assist clients in evaluating the condition of their water infrastructure assets and making informed decisions about maintenance, repair, and replacement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and undertake condition assessment test plans utilising suitable techniques or technologies for water infrastructure assets, including pipelines, pump stations, treatment facilities, and other critical assets.
• Develop rehabilitation and renewal strategies informed by inspection data, performance trends, and lifecycle considerations.
• Conduct field inspections across various asset classes to develop recommendations for maintenance planning, renewal forecasting, and long-term investment strategies.
• Diagnose root causes of asset deterioration and develop remaining useful life estimations and condition scoring based on relevant industry standards.
• Prepare robust business cases for rehabilitation works, including problem definition, scope development, cost estimation, risk analysis, and facilitation of safety-in-design workshops.
• Project manage, lead or assist in coordination of condition assessment and asset management projects, as well as mentoring other junior engineers in the team.

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil/Material/Mechanical/Structural Engineering (or related discipline) with RPEQ status, or eligibility to obtain.
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in the water infrastructure industry or a related field.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
• Detail-oriented with advanced analytical skills for structural degradation modelling and remaining life calculations.
• Creative thinker with a passion for developing innovative condition assessment test plans using cutting-edge technologies.
• Familiarity with relevant standards, inspection techniques and technologies, and asset management frameworks.
• Proficient in IT and data management, with experience maintaining and updating asset registers.
• Hold a current QLD driver’s license.

What We Offer

• Global engineering consultancy with genuine career development opportunities.
• Significant long-term programs of varied and interesting work.
• Hybrid work environment supporting work/life balance.
• Opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by industry leaders.
• Professional development programs and tertiary education financial assistance.
• Dynamic career pathways with national and international project exposure.
• Purchased additional annual leave.
• Generous paid parental leave (primary and secondary).
• Wellbeing benefits.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now"link below and follow the prompts.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Helen Kruimelon Helen.Kruimel@smec.com

Please note: All recruitment activities are managed through our Recruitment & Talent function. This role does not require agency input at this time. Unsolicited resumes sent directly to SMEC employees or managers will not be accepted and SMEC will not be responsible for any associated fees.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!