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About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact, and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the job

Join our Systems Planning Water team and help shape the future of South Australia’s water distribution networks. We’re looking for a skilled and committed Engineer, Systems Planning Water, to be part of our Growth unit.

In this role, you’ll apply your expertise in hydraulic modelling, system planning, and infrastructure investigations to inform business decisions, support network performance, and enable sustainable growth.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

• Proactively contribute to team objectives by completing allocated tasks, participating in decision-making, and fostering a culture of service excellence.
• Uphold safety standards for yourself and others, ensuring compliance with WHS procedures and maintaining fitness for work.
• Develop and support growth plans for existing and future water infrastructure using network models to meet current and future requirements.
• Maintain and develop water distribution hydraulic models, support consultancy briefs, and assist with GIS/IT tool customisation.
• Respond to technical queries principally growth related within agreed timelines.
• Adopt contemporary technical knowledge and standards to enhance team outputs and ensure quality and efficiency in planning and modelling.

Your success in this role will come from:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification with relevant experience.
• Expertise in hydraulic modelling software, water distribution system planning, GIS, data, and water infrastructure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

Further information can be found in the attached PD - Position Description - Engineer Systems Planning Water.docx

Application Information: To apply, click the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

Please submit and complete the application form and upload a current resume by 5pm, 8th of September. Applications received after the closing date may not be considered. If you are experiencing difficulties submitting your application or have enquiries, please contact Gregg Forte on Gregg.forte@sawater.com.au from the Talent Team for support prior to the closing date.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQ+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.