AECOM Water Resources Opportunities - ANZ

Company Description

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic Water business which boasts around 600 experts across Australia and New Zealand and 6000 globally. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, offering Veteran Employment Support, a recognised WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description

Growth & Diverse Opportunities

AECOM's Water team is delivering some of the most significant water projects across Australia and New Zealand, backed by a record pipeline of work and the strength of our global network. From major flood resilience and water security programs to renewable energy, transport and critical infrastructure projects, our teams are helping shape more sustainable and resilient communities.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking talented Water Resources professionals who want to work on industry-leading projects, collaborate with experts across the globe, and build a rewarding long-term career with AECOM.

With opportunities coming up across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle, Gold Coast, Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, you can be based from flexible locations Australia and New Zealand offices while contributing to projects of regional, national and international significance.

Whether you're an emerging professional, an experienced technical specialist or an established leader, we offer the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful projects while enjoying the flexibility and support to shape your own career.

Qualifications

Who we're looking for

We welcome interest from professionals across the broader Water Resources sector. Whether your expertise lies in technical delivery, project leadership, modelling, planning or design, we'd love to hear from you.

As we continue to grow our teams across Australia and New Zealand, we typically build capability in the following areas:

• Flood Engineering
• Hydraulic Engineering & Modelling
• Surface Water Modelling
• Coastal & Marine Engineering
• Drainage & Stormwater Engineering
• Civil and Water Resources Engineers
• Technical Leadership (Technical Leads, Associates & Technical Directors)
• Project Management
• Design Management

We are interested in hearing from professionals at all career stages, from emerging and developing professionals through to experienced specialists, project leaders and technical experts looking to contribute to some of the region's most significant water projects.

Additional Information

Why you'll love working with us

You'll be joining a team delivering some of the most complex and meaningful water projects across Australia and New Zealand, supported by global expertise, industry-leading technology and a collaborative culture, you’ll also enjoy:

• A market-leading pipeline of Water Resources projects
• Opportunities to work across Australia, New Zealand and globally
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary teams that span design, construction, advisory, and operations phases.
• Clear pathways into major projects and clients, technical leadership, project leadership or people leadership roles
• Access to industry-leading digital tools and modelling capabilities, including AI driven technology
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration and professional growth

In addition, you'll benefit from:

• A culture of inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging - where your unique perspectives help us create better outcomes.
• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave
• Volunteer and representation leave

Build the career you want

At AECOM, there is no single career path.

You may be looking to deepen your technical expertise, lead major project delivery, grow into people leadership, or expand your experience across different markets and geographies. Whatever your ambition, we'll help you build a career that aligns with your strengths and aspirations.

Join our Talent Network

If you're passionate about shaping the future of water and creating lasting outcomes for communities across Australia and New Zealand, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your interest, including your preferred location and area of expertise, and we'll connect you with opportunities across our growing Water Resources team.

Join AECOM and help deliver a better world through innovative water solutions.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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