Arup is a unique organization that is owned and run by its employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we are able to attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.

Primary Focus:
This role is to provide pipeline and hydraulic design expertise on water and wastewater projects with an expectation that this role would be filled by someone who is able to take on a Technical Director role for projects delivered across the project lifecycle (e.g. planning through to detailed design and delivery).

This role would fill Technical Lead or Design Manager roles for concept or detailed design projects of water and wastewater infrastructure as we continue to grow our Australasian water business. This role would also be expected to contribute to winning projects, outside of our currently committed workload, by being involved in bidding and promoting their specialisation (and other Arup capabilities) and technical expertise as a differentiator in the market. The ultimate clients for these projects are likely to be water utilities across ANZ. This role would work in integrated teams potentially with partners and construction contractors and would be expected to be visible as a leader both internally and externally to Arup

Through this role, you will contribute significantly to project delivery but also be expected to establish senior client relationships within water utilities across the region and continue to develop a strong reputation for Arup in delivering technically excellent work.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall Civil,
• Hydraulic and Transient Technical Outcomes for projects across the ANZ Water Group
• Represent Arup at internal and external meetings, maximising relationships developed with clients
• Execute management responsibilities as outlined in Arup’s Management System
• Meet agreed budgets and deadlines. In addition, this role may be accountable for managing the financial performance of specified opportunities, projects or initiatives
• Responsible for the development and implementation of longer-term strategic plans that will benefit the business
• Have a key involvement in recruitment, appraisals, performance development of discipline relevant members of the ANZ water team.
• As part of the ANZ management team, play a lead role in living the Arup values and culture whist supporting the morale and motivation of the team
• Provide technical leadership for projects, offering innovative solutions and in-depth knowledge.
• Act as a key collaborator in defining visionary project goals and objectives with design teams
• Spearhead and direct comprehensive planning and design efforts for water supply and distribution systems, wastewater treatment, and water infrastructure projects, defining and upholding industry leading standards and practices in water engineering
• Lead in facilitating collaboration among diverse project teams and disciplines, setting clear communication channels and be active in the development of workflow standards
• When undertaking the role of Design manager, monitor resource allocation optimization and task prioritization, ensuring highly efficient multidisciplinary coordination and delivery
• Strategically identify and prioritize key project stakeholders and their interests, serving as a top-level advisor in the field of civil and hydraulic engineering.
• Act as a technical mentor and through projects and internal opportunities, work closely with junior staff to develop and transfer knowledge to enable the upskilling of hydraulic skills within the team

Qualifications:

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in civil / mechanical engineering.
• A minimum of 15 years of industry experience in concept and detailed design for water and wastewater infrastructure within a consulting business environment,
• Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies, ideally chartered in relevant field,
• Proven working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and leadership in hydraulics meeting Sydney Water’s H4 classification (or equivalent from another water utility) in the areas of:
  • closed conduit hydraulics
  • networks hydraulics
  • treatment plant hydraulics
  • open channel hydraulics
  • water hammer analysis
  • computation fluid dynamics modelling / analysis
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and leadership in civil / pipelines design meeting Sydney Water’s C4 classification (or equivalent from another water utility) in the areas of:
  • Pipelines - Medium, DN250 to DN800)
  • Pipelines – Large, >DN800 to DN1200)
  • Pipelines – Major >DN1200 including trenchless technology (advantageous).
• Demonstratable ability to guide and inspire teams to achieve shared goals, leveraging diverse strengths and fostering a cooperative environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships by understanding needs and delivering value-added solutions, acting as a trusted partner.

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
• Birthday leave
• Annual leave loading
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities
• Insurances (life & income protection)
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans
• Novated car lease
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.
• Different people, shared values
  

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

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