Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.
About the role
We have a permanent opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer joining our Design, Dams and Conveyance team in Engineering. Undertake the strategic provision of geotechnical engineering, providing expert advice, and cross-functional coordination to ensure the quality of major water infrastructure assets delivered are ‘fit for purpose’. You’ll also drive development of geotechnical policy and standards supporting long-term asset delivery across Water Corporation. The role will be based in our Leederville office reporting to our Senior Principal Geotechnical Engineer.
About the role
- Oversee and monitor the geotechnical design and construction of water infrastructure required to support and enable the successful delivery of major key development projects
- Plan, manage and oversee the delivery of all geotechnical engineering designs and technical reports to address complex geotechnical engineering challenges, using both in-house and external resources
- Review and assess tenders for delivery of infrastructure projects and provide recommendations that support effective procurement decisions and deliver value for the Corporation
- Undertake the role of Geotechnical Engineering Advisor for major key development projects, providing strategic oversight and leadership across all design phases.
- Represent the Corporation in consultations and negotiations with Government agencies, local authorities, industry leaders, consultants, developers and community groups on major projects
- Conduct regular inspections of works under construction and ensure assets are being delivered in accordance with approved designs to the Corporation’s engineering and quality standards
- Provide subject matter expert advice in Safety in Design Reviews (SIDR)
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, and flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme: Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
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Key skills and experience
You’ll have a degree level qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, along with extensive geotechnical engineering experience in water infrastructure planning, design, project management and delivery of infrastructure assets. Your demonstrated leadership, and ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence both senior internal, external stakeholders, and government agencies will ensure success in this role.
Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Applications close Sunday 1st February 2025
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
