Alluvium Consulting is part of the Alluvium Group of companies

The Alluvium Group works to make a positive impact on the world and the communities that rely on healthy ecosystems. The Group includes Mosaic Insights, Alluvium Consulting, Alluvium International, Natural Capital and Climate, EcoFutures, and Amperes. Together, we combine environmental science, planning, social science, economics, data and design to shape solutions to complex natural resource and climate challenges.

Alluvium Consulting was founded in 2006 to provide advice to government and private organisations on issues facing our water resources, rivers and catchments. Our focus is catchments to coasts. We aim to influence the direction of catchment and water management in Australia through our work with federal, state and regional government and private sector clients in the resources and development sectors.

About this role

We are seeking an exceptional mid-career engineer (typically 6-12 years’ experience) who is passionate about creating better outcomes for South Australia's unique landscapes and communities through sustainable water management. Based in Adelaide, you will join our growing South Australian team while collaborating closely with Alluvium’s waterway and urban water specialists across Australia. Your primary focus will be delivering and growing projects throughout South Australia, working with clients including state and local government, water utilities, landscape boards and private sector partners. You will also have opportunities to contribute to nationally significant projects across Australia and internationally.

What you will be doing in this role

You will work collaboratively across Alluvium Consulting and Alluvium Group to:

• Lead the investigation, planning and design of stormwater quality and quantity management solutions that address complex environmental and urban water challenges.
• Guide the development, analysis and interpretation of stormwater modelling to inform efficient, practical and innovative design outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership in the development of stormwater and water-sensitive urban design solutions that align with industry best practice, client objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of design concepts, technical recommendations and project outcomes to clients, regulators, stakeholders and community groups.
• Manage the delivery of urban and rural waterway projects from concept development through to detailed design and construction support.
• Plan and lead site investigations, provide engineering input during construction, and oversee inspection and hold point sign-off activities.
• Lead the preparation and review of engineering design documentation, including reports, drawings, specifications and tender packages to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to capability development within the South Australian team and across the broader Alluvium business.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identify opportunities for future work, and contribute to the continued growth of Alluvium's South Australian practice.

Skills and Experience

Professional Experience

• 6+ years relevant experience in consulting or similar professional environment
• Experience applying social science in real-world environmental, climate, health, planning, or community contexts.

Skills and capabilities

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Proficiency with hydraulic and hydrologic modelling of both natural and engineered waterways, including use of design and modelling packages such as (AutoCAD, 12d, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, MUSIC, GIS software, etc)
• Experience in stormwater management planning and design, integrated water management, hydrology and hydraulics
• Experience working within a team to achieve desired outcomes and an ability to work autonomously when required
• Great attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and an eagerness to develop technical capability and knowledge share
• Willing to travel interstate and to regional areas for short periods (when permitted)
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (RPEng, NER, CPEng or equivalent pathway recognised under the South Australian Professional Engineers Act 2023) is preferred.

What we offer

An award-winning workplace that is listed as one of the Great Places to Work. Our people contribute significantly to our culture and success:

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and subject to negotiation.
• Opportunity to work with and interact with recognised leaders in the field.
• Profit share.
• Attractive, well-located offices integrated with Alluvium Group companies' people.
• The opportunity to become a shareholder in the Alluvium Group (over 50% of our staff are shareholders) benefiting from dividends and capital growth.
• Opportunities to grow your professional skills and experience through international study tours, Group supported research programs, and Group-wide training.
• Opportunities to work with senior leaders across the business on research topics through our Research and Insights Program.
• Exposure to through leadership and innovation through the Alluvium Foundation.
• Career development through the wide range of opportunities we can provide and mentoring from industry leaders.
• Laptop computer and mobile phone for work and personal communications.
• Flexible working arrangements (home and office).
• Opportunity to work internationally and access international projects.

The Alluvium Group has an active reconciliation program, is listed as a Great Place to Work for women, operates as a carbon neutral business and is a certified BCorp.

Role particulars:

• The role is based in the Adelaide office.
• Remuneration is commensurate with skills and experience, subject to negotiation.
• Applications are only open to applicants with Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
• Generous Profit Share policy, consistent across all staff.
• Flexible working arrangements including part-time and extra leave; phones and laptops supplied for professional and private use.
• Alluvium is a staff-owned business — over 45% of staff have ownership, with opportunities to build an ownership stake over time.

Next steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by 4pm on the closing date.

We welcome conversations before applying. If you’d like to discuss the role, please contact Tom Stewart, SA Manager ([email protected]) using the subject line: Stormwater / Waterway Engineer enquiry via EthicalJobs.