Project Engineer Hunter Valley Flood Mitigation Scheme

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

Use your civil or environmental engineering skills to contribute to successful flood mitigation for the environment and communities of NSW

• Permanent full-time opportunity at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime
• Based in Newcastle with hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $107131 to $118051 plus super

The Water Groups Asset Management and Performance team is currently seeking to appoint a Project Engineer to support the Major projects section of the Hunter Valley Flood Mitigation Scheme (HVFM Scheme) and assist in flood recovery construction management in accordance with National and State legislation policies guidelines and directions.

About You

You are a proactive and solutions-focused engineer who thrives on delivering complex projects to a high standard within tight timeframes. You bring strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and ensure outcomes are achieved efficiently and effectively. Your ability to work collaboratively with suppliers stakeholders and landholders enables you to build trust and communicate technical concepts clearly.

You have a solid understanding of floodplain risk assessment methods and floodplain management strategies coupled with sound knowledge of asset management principles. Your experience in managing civil engineering design and construction projects equips you to identify opportunities for life cycle optimisation and deliver innovative solutions. You are comfortable navigating planning environmental and heritage requirements and you apply critical thinking to resolve challenges and improve processes.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or equivalent and eligible for membership of Engineers Australia.
• Current Australian Drivers licence.

For more information read the full Role Description:Project Engineer HVFM Scheme

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments economies and societies across NSW.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Adrian Milne Acting Manager Hunter Valley Flood Mitigation Scheme Water Group DCCEEW at .

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live work and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQI community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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