Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth, and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.
As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.
As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.
Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve. This is reflected in our Vision, Water for Life, our Promise - Safe for Life, and our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.
If you want to be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of water management, now is the time to join Seqwater. You’ll be working on some of the most high-profile water infrastructure projects in the industry, helping to secure Water for Life for generations to come.
As the Senior Project Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of projects within the Dam Improvement Program. By collaborating closely with the Project Manager and Project Team, you will navigate through the planning, design, and construction phases of major projects exceeding $500 million in value.
Your technical expertise will be instrumental in managing various project components, including cost, environment, program, quality, risk, safety, and scope. This dynamic role may also require relocation to the construction site to ensure the seamless execution of project activities.
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Assist and support the Project Manager with engineering and technical activities during planning, procurement, construction, and close-out phases of major projects with values exceeding $500 million.
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Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable codes, engineering standards, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications.
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Assist and support the Design / Project Manager with administration of relevant contracts, including reviewing and assessing contractor management plans, procedures, lot records, RFIs, ITPs, NCRs, and testing to ensure compliance with project requirements.
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Inspect and monitor the contractor’s work on-site to ensure that documentation, quality, and workmanship are compliant with project requirements, and conduct regular audit activities to confirm.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
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Tertiary qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience delivering capital works projects.
This position will be offered as PO5 and is a permanent full-time role.
Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.
For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - careers.seqwater.com.au. We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen - https://www.linkedin.com/company/seqwater/.
If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!
At Seqwater we care. We offer competitive pay and job security while prioritising the health and wellbeing of our employees through initiatives such as immunisation programs and skin checks. Our flexible hybrid working options help you balance your career with your personal life.
You’ll benefit from discounted memberships, ongoing professional development opportunities, and generous leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave.
At Seqwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, ensuring everyone feels included, respected, and treated fairly.
Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.
Applications close: 11:55 PM AEST, Monday 2nd June 2025. For further information please email enquiries to recruitment@seqwater.com.au.
Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.
