Project Engineer

• Help Sydney Water deliver a $34 billion dollar infrastructure program 
• Work on large, complex and meaningful projects across Greater Sydney, where your contribution will make a difference in improving the lives of Sydney’s communities 
• Flexible working hours to suit your needs 

This role is being re-advertised. We appreciate previous applications; however, only new applicants will be considered at this time. 

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer with a background ideally in Construction and/or Water Infrastructure Projects. Your skills and expertise will help Sydney Water deliver a long-term investment program over the next 10 years to build, maintain and protect the future of our iconic water resources. 

What You’ll Do 

You will support all project phases, ensuring construction activities meet technical, quality, and performance standards. These include resolving technical issues, monitoring quality, overseeing hold points, and facilitating handover and commissioning, while ensuring procurement, contracting, design, and construction align. Building strong relationships and working collaboratively with stakeholders will be essential to ensuring project success. 

Your Experience and Qualifications 

Engineering degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent/related technical qualifications. 

Valid driver’s licence with the ability to work in remote locations, where public transport may not be available. 

Engineering experience in construction, complex infrastructure projects, or water infrastructure. 

Technical Capability: demonstrated technical experience in managing construction activities of medium to large risk/complexity infrastructure projects. 

Does this sound like you? Apply now – Applications close 11.59 PM on February 20th 2025

We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. For any enquiries or accommodations needed, please contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au. If you are selected to proceed through the interview process, you may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments. 

Dive into Our Great Benefits! 

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• Employee Networks: We proudly offer and support Employee Led networks, such as Women of Water, Pride, First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks 
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire. 
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Here’s what our current Project Engineers say about working at Sydney Water 

“Working as Project Engineer provides a chance to learn from various professions whilst transforming a project plan/idea/objective into a tangible result that you can be proud of. I enjoy working in my team as it provides exposure to multiple projects of varying complexities, technicalities, and requirements. The team is highly supportive, super friendly and always pleasant to work with.”

“I love that I get to work across a wide range of project types and get to interact with contractors and colleagues across the business. I’m so grateful for the opportunities that my role at Sydney Water has presented me. I have had opportunities to learn different roles, visit sites, work on business initiatives, emcee events and most importantly, develop professionally as an engineer and individual.”  

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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