Senior Water Resources Engineer

"While I have worked on a broad range of projects throughout my time with AECOM, I have had the opportunity to focus in my area of interest. I enjoy free access to an extensive network of industry leading specialists, which has helped me grow and expand my knowledge. Mostly though, I love that I get to work with and mentor the brightest young minds our industry has to offer. "– Richard Corbett, Water Services Lead - Rockhampton, QLD

Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

We are seeking a proven engineer to join our water team in Rockhampton.

In this role, you’ll lead flood modelling and hydrology assessments for projects. You’ll work closely with local councils, state agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, sustainable outcomes for the Rockhampton region.

This is an opportunity to work with a variety of specialists across the business within Northern Queensland, the Northern Territory and beyond on key community changing projects. Gain an unparalleled blend of technical, project management and commercial skills from the opportunities afforded from a regional office whilst working for a truly connected global consultancy.

Living in Rockhampton combines professional achievement with a rich, fulfilling lifestyle. With an office right on the Fitzroy River, you will really live and work in the natural beauty of the Capricorn Coast and Great Barrier Reef!

Known as the gateway to the Capricorn Coast, the city offers a warm climate, beautiful natural attractions, and a friendly, welcoming community. With a mix of urban amenities and outdoor adventures, you can enjoy a balanced lifestyle while contributing to the region's development. AECOM fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, ensuring that your time in Rockhampton is both professionally rewarding and personally enriching.

Join us in Rockhampton and be part of a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in one of Queensland’s most vibrant regions.

How you’ll make a difference

• Work on a variety of projects, delivering flood risk assessment and management studies, hydrological and hydraulic modelling support whilst focusing on technical excellence.
• High quality technical and non-technical report writing.
• Exposure to project management responsibilities.
• Collaborate with a number of professionals in a range of geographies and build relationships with internal and external clients across multiple sectors.
• Mentor junior engineers and support the growth of our Rockhampton team

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering & RPEQ / CPEng (or working towards/eligible for registration)
• Experience in the water resources sector and in a consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience with water resource modelling packages such as TUFLOW, RORB, URBS etc. and experience with GoldSim & GIS software (highly regarded).
• Working knowledge of ARR2019, TMR Drainage Manual, and QUDM.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders at various levels.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Opportunities to work on region-defining projects
• Career development and training with a global leader
• Be part of a community-focused office making a real difference

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.