Discipline Manager – Water, Environment and Industrial

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Are you a leader of large teams or a Principal or Senior Engineer ready to lead a passionate team deliver meaningful infrastructure projects and leave a lasting impact on SAs built environment

South Australia is on a steep growth trajectory. Were looking for a Discipline Manager Water Environment & Industrial whos excited to guide and grow a talented team engage in hands-on technical leadership and contribute to projects that span the water defence buildings industrial transport and civil infrastructure sectors.

This is more than a management roleits your chance to bring people together build belonging and grow professionally while delivering projects that matter.

Position Overview:

Youll be at the heart of a high-performing collaborative team mentoring future leaders shaping technical excellence and directly influencing outcomes across iconic projects. As both a people and technical leader youll be empowered to:

• Lead a high-performing team with a focus on safety wellbeing collaboration and impact.

• Create a positive and thriving culture through meaningful work and tailored development pathways.

• Influence the future of our business through strategic workforce planning business improvement and client-facing work.

• Bring people togetheryoull shape a team culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive by driving team engagement career growth and capability development.

• Deliver technically excellent designs and guide project teams through all phasesfrom concept to delivery.

• Engage with clients and stakeholders to develop tailored solutions prepare proposals and support business growth.

• Managing project budgets team resources and ensuring the highest standard of delivery.

Skills & Experience Required:

• A degree in Chemical Engineering or a Mechanical Engineering discipline. Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.

• 15 years of consulting/design experience.

• A collaborative approach to leadership and problem-solving. Chartered Engineer (CPEng) status (or ability to attain within 6 months).

• Proven experience managing teams and delivering complex projects.

• Technical expertise in water defence and/or industrial infrastructure complemented by a well-connected business network in SA to help strengthen and grow our local capability.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to mentor and inspire others.

Why join KBR:

Our KBR Values - We Value Our People We Deliver We Are People of Integrity We Empower We Are a Team of Teams these values embody our people centric organisation.

At KBR we dont just talk about culturewe live it.

• Connect with diverse thinkers and passionate collaborators across our Australian and global teams.

• Belong to a workplace where your voice matters and your impact is valued.

• Grow your career with ongoing opportunities to lead learn and push boundaries.

What We Offer:

• A supportive team where leadership is human not hierarchical.

• Flexible work options that suit your lifestyle.

• Meaningful high-impact projects across a variety of sectors.

• Leadership and technical development programs to support your growth.

Ready to shape the built environment and your future

Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow together.

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