Bayside Council

Floodplain & Stormwater Engineer

Stormwater and Floodplain Engineer

• Full-time, permanent position
• Enjoy a Flexi Day Off per fortnight
• Salary from $108,863.41 to $121,927.19 plus 11.5% super

About Council

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

The City Futures directorate focuses on developing our strategy to ensure sustainable and responsible planning and development for all aspects of our City.

About the Role

Bayside Council is seeking a skilled and proactive Stormwater and Floodplain Engineer to provide technical expertise in floodplain management, drainage design, emergency management, and asset management. This role is critical in developing best-practice asset management and planning solutions for floodplains, catchments, and stormwater infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure that Council's strategies align with environmental principles, NSW Flood Policy, and community needs.

Primary purpose of the role is to:

• Provide expert technical advice on stormwater-related issues to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement policies for managing flood-prone land within Bayside LGA to mitigate risk
• Plan and deliver sustainable stormwater capital works programs that meet service levels and community needs while minimising asset lifecycle costs
• Coordinate contractors and consultants for planning, construction, and maintenance of drainage systems, stormwater treatment measures, and flood mitigation works
• Prepare project briefs for capital works, flood studies, and risk management plans
• Assess and review stormwater asset management plans, flood studies, and stormwater quality strategies

You can also refer to the position description for further details.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification that meets the eligibility requirements for membership with Engineers Australia
• Extensive experience in urban floodplain, catchment, and stormwater management, with a proven ability to implement best-practice solutions
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modelling software, databases, and data analysis tools
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A current Class C Driver’s Licence

Our Benefits and Culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy;

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 15 days sick leave each year
• 2 days health and wellbeing leave
• Gym membership discounts
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents

Apply Now

Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the Position Description by clicking the paperclip button located in the top right section of this page. Please use Google Chrome or MS Edge when you are submitting your application.  If you have any issues opening the link, please contact us at support.erecruit@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Friday 28 February, 2025

Salary range: $108,863.41 to $121,927.19 plus 11.5% super

Enquiries: Neville Naicker – Coordinator Asset Planning on 9562 1607 or at neville.naicker@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.