Operations Engineering Specialist

About you:

You are an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in an operational environment or infrastructure projects undertaking cost estimating and technical problem-solving. You enjoy working in a dynamic operational environment and are confident influencing stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.

You like collaborating with others sharing ideas and influencing decisions to get the best outcome. Whether its developing scopes reviewing costs or providing technical advice you take pride in delivering quality work that adds value.

Most importantly youre motivated organised and adaptable someone who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and is always looking for smarter more efficient ways to work.

About the role:

As a Specialist Operations Engineering you will act as a centre of technical expertise. Youll help define scopes of work prepare accurate cost estimates and provide engineering advice to operational issues that ensures solutions are practical cost-effective and aligned with standards.

This role sits within the Perth Region Field Services team and supports a range of teams and stakeholders playing a key role in planning and delivering projects that address asset needs and improve operational outcomes across the region.

Who are we

When you join Water Corporation you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If youre driven to make a meaningful contribution youve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

Real flexibility with options to work from home 9-day fortnight flexible work hours

Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good

Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service

Take 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 leave

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What the role will involve:

Developing reviewing and auditing scopes of work for operational and capital projects

Preparing accurate cost estimates using data benchmarking and best practice methodologies

Providing technical engineering advice on operational and asset issues

Supporting planning prioritisation and delivery of regional programs of work

Monitoring delivery progress and advising on scope cost and risk considerations

Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to align on engineering solutions and outcomes

Key skills and experience:

Degree in Engineering Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related discipline

Proven experience developing scopes of work for infrastructure (civil mechanical or water/wastewater)

Strong skills in cost estimating benchmarking and cost analysis

Knowledge of asset management principles and construction practices

Sound understanding of procurement and contract frameworks

Strong stakeholder engagement communication and influencing skills

Demonstrated analytical problem-solving and organisational capability with a focus on safety and quality

Sound like a match Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close 5th of July 2026

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity 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.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form can contact a Recruitment Officer at or.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement please visit our website