Senior Flood Modeller

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. 

As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. 

Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

We’re looking for a skilled Flood Modeller with a strong working knowledge of TUFLOW and Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR) and a passion for water resources to join our NSW/ACT team in Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle, Wollongong or any of our regional NSW offices.

You will work on some of Australia's most significant floodplain, catchment and infrastructure projects, helping clients make informed decisions that improve resilience and create lasting community benefit.

You’ll join a great company culture with strong supportive relationships, and benefit from the career development, mentorship and growth opportunities that our team can provide.

• Developing and applying TUFLOW hydraulic models and undertaking hydrologic and hydraulic assessments in accordance with Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR) methodologies.
• Delivering flood studies, floodplain risk management studies and development impact assessments across major water, transport, mining, defence and urban development projects.
• Delivering on multidisciplinary projects and tasks, maintaining strong client relationships and coordinating with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Collaborating across water resources, civil engineering, environmental services and planning, while conducting technical reviews and mentoring junior team members.
• Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities and preparing proposals to secure new projects.

• →Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or a related discipline.
• →Between 5 & 12 years of experience in a similar role in a consulting environment.
• →Significant experience in flood modelling, hydrology or water resources consulting.
• →Strong capability in TUFLOW, including model development, calibration and interpretation of results.
• →Sound understanding and practical application of Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR).
• →Experience delivering flood studies, flood impact assessments and floodplain management projects.
• →Strong client relationship skills and project management skills in water resources projects

We’re open to discussing full time or part time options.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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