Principal Engineer - Conveyance Standards at Water Corporation
Are you ready to help us to drive WA’s water sustainability at a strategic level?Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions,. . .
Are you ready to help us to drive WA’s water sustainability at a strategic level?Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture. About the roleWe have a permanent opportunity for aPrincipal Engineer - Conveyance Standardsto lead development and review of design standards, product standards and associated business management systems and processes. This role will be based within our Engineering team in Leederville, reporting to the Senior Principal Engineer – Wastewater Conveyance. Real benefits that matterReal flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hoursTwo well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel goodAccess to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of serviceTake advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme: Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%. Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leaveAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing. Discover morebenefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live. What the role will involveLead and manage the establishment and upkeep of processes and procedures for developing, reviewing and maintaining design and product standardsManage the assessment, prioritisation and control of engineering and product standards change work projects and programsLead and oversee the development and review of wastewater conveyance design standardsLead and manage the engineering appraisal of strategic wastewater infrastructure product/equipment across engineering disciplinesManage and undertake the provision of specialist engineering input to internal asset stakeholders, business partners and external designers/suppliersAbout youDegree level qualification in relevant engineering disciplineExtensive professional engineering experience in the development and review of water industry standards and in the selection of products and materials for the engineering design of major wastewater infrastructureSubstantial hands-on professional engineering experience in wastewater infrastructure engineering design, commissioning and operation in design management or project managementExperience in the preparation and review of engineering reports and tender specifications for major/complex wastewater infrastructureIn-depth knowledge of infrastructure planning, project asset management and asset business justification processesChartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or similar engineering accreditation is preferredApply:If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check. Applications close Friday 10thJuly 2026Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplaceDiversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer[email protected]or 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, pleasevisit our website