Job Title: Associate/Principal Environmental/Civil Engineer - Newcastle
Vacancy No: VN3529
Employment Type: Permanent
Contract Type: Full-Time
About the business and the role
SLR Consulting is a rapidly growing professional services consultancy with over 2,000 consulting engineers and scientists across Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, and North America. Our established Engineering Service Line has developed a strong reputation for technical excellence, providing high-quality tailored services and specialist, responsive engineering, environmental, and scientific advice to a range of clients.
Due to our growing pipeline of interesting and challenging projects, we are looking for an experienced Environmental/Civil Engineer in our thriving Newcastle office. In this role, you will be expected to support and collaborate on a range of projects with other Technical Disciplines, including (but not limited to) Geotechnics, Transport Advisory, Planning and Approvals, Hydrology & Hydrogeology, and Environmental Specialist Services, servicing national and international projects.
In addition to working closely with our highly experienced Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering Team in Newcastle, you will be part of a 700+ community of SLR APAC professionals, and thousands across the globe, enjoying the benefits of a global network.
Key Responsibilities
* Working on a wide range of projects at the technical advisory level, across the Mining and Resources, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Industry, Resources, Power & Energy, and Built Environment Sectors.
* Developing proposals for single and multi-discipline projects.
* Project Management of single and multi-discipline projects.
* Undertaking a range of technical tasks, including:
o Investigation and design of surface water management infrastructure, surface water assessments, and design of associated civil engineering infrastructure including dams, channels, and culvert design.
o Sediment and Erosion Control Assessments and Design.
o Field audits.
* Challenge the norm with the objective of continuous improvement.
* Building autonomy as a leader in the business, developing independent internal and external client relationships and growing your own project portfolio.
* Mentoring and leading junior engineers.
Skills and Experience
Outside wanting to join a positive and friendly team, the right candidate should have:
* 7-15+ years’ experience with tertiary qualifications in environmental or civil engineering.
* CPEng and/or CPESC Accreditation will be highly advantageous.
* Experience in the management and delivery of multi-disciplinary projects.
* Excellent written and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships.
* Competency in surface water management and the design of stormwater management infrastructure.
* A technical expert with an extensive network and proven project-winning experience.
* Excellent attitude and capability of working within a dynamic environment.
* Well-developed creative, lateral thinking, and problem-solving skills.
* Motivation for continuous improvement and professional development.
Benefits
Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re working in the office, from home, or a mix of the two, we recognize that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including:
* Hybrid work model (in-office & from home) - you choose where you work best.
* Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
* Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 14 weeks primary carer and 6 weeks secondary carer leave (with the option to access an additional 8 weeks of leave if you become the primary carer before your child turns one).
* Learning and development which includes a mapped career progression path, study assistance, and up to 3 professional memberships subsidized by SLR.
* Global and regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus for both region and global candidates.
* Access to The Hive - an SLR Platform of employee benefits, discounts (from hundreds of major retailers), reward, recognition, and wellbeing.
* Other benefits include regular office social events, service anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (Novated car lease), an online corporate uniform shop, and an employee assistance program to support your physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
If joining a global consultancy that is growing rapidly in Australia excites you, all without having to leave the beautiful Newcastle region, apply now.
Country: Australia
Office: Newcastle
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