Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater

Location: Southeast Queensland

Salary: $120K to $145K + benefits

Play a key role in delivering the region’s most critical water infrastructure.

Join a boutique Southeast Queensland consultancy that has built its reputation on technical excellence, strong client partnerships, and purpose-driven work in the water and wastewater sector. With decades of local experience, this team continues to deliver projects that directly shape how communities access clean, sustainable water.

As a Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater, you’ll take ownership of design and delivery across pipelines, pump stations, and treatment facilities. You’ll work alongside senior engineers with deep local knowledge and have the chance to see your designs come to life across Southeast Queensland’s most significant regional infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Deliver

• Civil design and documentation for water and wastewater infrastructure including pipelines, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Input across feasibility, concept, and detailed design phases.
• Close collaboration with clients, councils, and authorities to ensure designs meet regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
• Site support through construction, commissioning, and project handover.
• Contribution to tenders, design reports, and technical documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (essential).
• RPEQ or CPEng registration is advantageous but not mandatory.
• 5–10 years’ experience in water and wastewater infrastructure design or project delivery.
• Strong understanding of local design standards and council requirements.
• Proficiency with design software such as 12d, Civil 3D, or similar.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to collaboration.

Why This Role

You’ll be joining a close-knit, locally based consultancy where your expertise makes a real impact — not just on projects, but on people and communities. This is an environment where relationships matter, innovation is encouraged, and career growth happens through trust, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

👉 Apply now: utilitycareers.com.au/careers

At Utility Careers, we’re proud to be Queensland’s first recruitment business dedicated solely to the water sector. Our relationships span every tier of consultancy and local government, built on trust, delivery, and shared purpose.

Please note, applicants must already hold unrestricted working rights in Australia, as our client is not offering sponsorship on this occasion.