Senior Water Resource Engineer

• Work for a Tier 1 Mining Company
• Initial 12-month contract
• ASAP Start

We are currently looking for a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team supporting a range of mining operations and projects. This contract role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys applying technical expertise in real-world environments and working closely with operational, project, and environmental teams.

Start Date: ASAP
Rate: $85 - $105 per hour
Location: Perth CBD

The Role

In this role, you will provide specialist input across surface water management, flood assessments, and water infrastructure design. You will be involved in both studies and project delivery, helping ensure water-related risks are well understood and effectively managed across sites.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you'll contribute to planning, design, and approvals activities, while supporting safe, compliant, and practical water outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse rainfall, hydrology, and surface water data to support studies and project decisions

• Deliver hydrological and hydraulic assessments for mine sites and associated infrastructure

• Design and review surface water management solutions such as diversions, floodways, culverts, and drainage systems

• Provide technical guidance to project, environment, and construction teams throughout project delivery

• Prepare clear, well-structured technical reports, design documentation, and scopes of work

• Support water-related approvals and regulatory requirements

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors

• Identify opportunities to improve water management approaches and technical processes

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline

• Around 8+ years' experience in water resources, surface water, or flood engineering roles

• Solid background in hydrology, flood modelling, hydraulic analysis, and stormwater design

• Hands-on experience with tools such as RoR, TUFLOW, and HEC-RAS, plus GIS capability

• Experience in mining, consulting, or complex project environments is highly regarded

• Familiarity with water approvals and licensing processes is advantageous

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly

• Practical, solutions-driven mindset with strong attention to detail

• Full Australian working rights

Apply Now

If you're interested in this opportunity, click Apply Now and we'll be in touch.

For further information, contact Sammy Feldwicke
📧 [email protected]

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.

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Reference number: 210357839
Profession:Engineering & TechnicalEngineer

Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 8th Jan, 2026