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Associate Civil Engineer - Water Utilities

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Townsville QLD

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Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan
Parental leave

Qualifications

Management
Civil 3D
Construction

Full Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

In today’s world, purpose matters. At WSP, we’re committed to giving back to communities and delivering solutions that make a real difference. When planning your next career move, choose a company that aligns with your values—a place where you can belong and thrive.

About the Role
Big things are happening in water—and we want you to be part of it! With major projects underway and new opportunities on the horizon, we’re looking for an Associate or Senior Civil Engineer to join our Townsville office and work on local water projects.

We know careers aren’t one-size-fits-all, so whether you’re an experienced engineer or a Principal Engineer looking for a fresh challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Team
Our Water Utilities team is known for its technical excellence, innovative thinking, and collaborative culture. Led by approachable, supportive leaders, we design solutions that will serve communities for generations.

From Townsville to the Gold Coast, WSP engineers are delivering future-ready solutions that support sustainable growth and resilient communities. Here, your ideas matter—and your work will make a real difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

Deliver civil designs across the full project lifecycle—bringing technical precision and creativity to every stage
Produce and review high-quality documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance with industry standards
Lead or support design management for diverse water and wastewater projects and program work packages
Collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects, working with structural, mechanical, and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions

What We’re Looking For

Degree-qualified Civil Engineer (or equivalent)
8+ years’ experience in consultancy, ideally with water and wastewater infrastructure design
Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and WSAA codes
Experience in design management and detailed design delivery
Familiarity with Civil 3D and a passion for digital engineering
Understanding of Safety in Design principles
Chartered status (or working towards it) highly regarded
Ability to communicate effectively and thrive in a team environment
Bonus: Experience in Design & Construction projects

Why Choose WSP?

We offer more than a job—we offer a career with purpose and flexibility:

Flexible work, hybrid, options
Beautiful central offices designed for creativity and well-being
16 weeks paid parental leave + option to purchase extra leave
Professional development and global mobility opportunities

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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