Design Director

• An exciting opportunity to join a landmark infrastructure transformation at Sydney Water, a multi-billion-dollar upgrade project.
• Permanent role with generous salary package + benefits on offer
• Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water futur

About the Role

The Design Director is responsible for the leadership of all aspects of design development, including scope definition, reference or concept designs, specifications development and the client-side management of designs throughout the life of the project. This role works in partnership with the Project Manager or Program Director to manage the scope of design by providing clear instructions to the design team and relevant stakeholders. Design Director will retain accountability for the design outcome through delivery by monitoring construction compliance with the design intent. 

We have different organisational employee benefits you can access once you are onboarded. Just to name a few:

• Flexible & Hybrid working options.
• Childcare allowances.
• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Fitness passport providing access to numerous gyms and pools across NSW
• Employee Assistance Program – My wellbeing, my way
• Health and Wellbeing – Flu vaccinations and discounted health insurance membership at some health insurance providers

To be considered for this role you will need the skills and experience:

• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent that is recognised under the Washington Accord  
• Registration with Engineers Australia as Chartered Professional Engineering or equivalent is desirable 
• Valid driver’s licence (Class C) 
• Minimum 10 years' experience in multi-disciplinary engineering design, with at least 5 years leading design teams.
• Proven ability to manage engineering delivery across diverse infrastructure projects and asset classes.
• Strong technical expertise in concept development, detailed design, and resolving complex design challenges.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with experience leading meetings and workshops.
• Solid understanding of contractual, legal, commercial, and legislative requirements in engineering environments.

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

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

Closing Date: Friday the 10th October at 11:59 PM AEST

We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact Jay.Gil@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.

Working at Sydney Water 

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.  

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.  

Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms,Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check. 

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