In-Demand Principal surface water engineer Jobs in Highgate Wa

Principal Surface Water Engineer
Mineral Resources —Osborne Park WA
- Full-time
Principal Water Engineer
BHP —Perth WA
- Spanish
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
10d
Principal Mechanical Engineer
AECOM —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Senior Civil Engineer
Knight Piesold Consulting —Perth WA
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Gym membership
- Referral program
Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Land
Stantec —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Relocation assistance
- Work from home
Senior Hydrogeologist
CMW Geosciences —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Office
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
3d

Other jobs to consider

Find your next job by exploring related positions.

Principal Surface Water Engineer
Mineral Resources —Osborne Park WA
Oversee surface water modelling, flood studies, design criteria, and technical outputs. Strong expertise in surface water modelling, flood studies, drainage…
Principal Water Engineer
BHP —Perth WA
A deep understanding of the key value drivers and strategies across a range of commodities and geographies. Experience with mine water management, engineering…
10d

I want to receive the latest job alert for principal surface water engineer in highgate wa

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

principal surface water engineer jobs near highgate wa

Environmental Scientist jobs in Perth WA

Senior Civil Engineer jobs in Perth WA

Hydrogeologist jobs in Perth WA

Mechanical Engineer jobs in Perth WA

Graduate Environmental Science jobs in New South Wales

Environmental Scientist jobs in Townsville Qld

Environmental jobs in Brisbane Qld

Scientist jobs in Orange Nsw

Environmental Policy Officer jobs in Sydney Nsw

Environmental Scientist jobs in Melbourne Vic

Environmental Scientist jobs in Western Australia

Senior Civil Engineer jobs in Kalgoorlie Wa

Senior Civil Engineer jobs in Greater Adelaide Sa

Senior Civil Engineer jobs in Brisbane Qld

Site Engineer jobs in Melbourne Vic

Senior Lecturer, Early Childhood Education jobs in Melbourne Vic

Hydrogeology, Hydrogeologist jobs in Perth Wa

Hydrogeologist Fortescue jobs in Perth Wa

Hydrogeologist, Environmental Scientist jobs in Perth Wa

Mechanical Engineer jobs in Sydney Nsw

Principal Surface Water Engineer

Mineral Resources -
Osborne Park WA

Apply Now

Job Details

Permanent | Full-time

Full Job Description

Osborne Park, WA, Australia, 6017

Permanent, Full time

MinRes can offer you!

ASX 100 and perennial high-performing company underpinned by a growing world-class portfolio of mining operations across multiple commodities, including Iron Ore and Lithium.
Live Your Best Life! Our benefits give you access to deals, discounts, and support that help you unlock the important things in life – Health, Family, Recreation and Your Future with MinRes.

The Opportunity

The Principal Surface Water Engineer – Portfolio Technical Lead will provide technical leadership, governance, and strategic direction for surface water engineering across MinRes’s iron ore and lithium portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Water, this role provides portfolio‑wide oversight of surface water strategies, flood protection planning, design governance, and modelling systems across all hubs, including Onslow, Central Pilbara, and Lithium.

You will drive technical excellence, manage cross‑hub consistency, and ensure robust, defensible engineering to manage flood risks, surface water infrastructure performance, and operational readiness. While primarily based at Osborne Park, you will undertake occasional site visits to support complex technical discussions, stakeholder engagement, and project reviews.

Lead portfolio-wide surface water engineering strategies aligned to mine plans, operations, and approvals.
Provide technical leadership and quality oversight across the surface water engineering function.
Oversee surface water modelling, flood studies, design criteria, and technical outputs.
Drive consistent standards and governance for flood protection, drainage, and stormwater infrastructure.
Provide strategic input on complex surface water issues affecting operations, planning, infrastructure, and approvals.
Lead and mentor surface water engineers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Support wet-season readiness and work closely with key teams to deliver integrated, risk-based outcomes.

What is required?

Tertiary qualifications in Civil, Water, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field.
15+ years of surface water engineering experience, ideally within WA’s mining and resources sector.
Proven technical leadership across multiple operations in a multi-commodity environment.
Strong expertise in surface water modelling, flood studies, drainage design, and water management systems.
Experience developing engineering standards and governance frameworks, with the ability to mentor senior engineers and communicate complex issues clearly.

About Mineral Resources

MinRes is a leading diversified resources company with extensive operations in iron ore, lithium, energy, and mining services across Western Australia. Our commitment to innovation and our people has made MinRes one of the ASX’s best‑performing companies since listing in 2006.

Our Osborne Park headquarters offers world‑class facilities including a café, restaurant, commercial gym, crèche, daycare, and health centre. At MinRes, the future’s bright — be part of our next chapter.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

principal surface water engineer jobs in highgate wa

Principal Surface Water Engineer

Principal Water Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer

Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Land

Senior Hydrogeologist

Other jobs to consider

I want to receive the latest job alert for principal surface water engineer in highgate wa

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected