Job Description
Description
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The importance of water to the health of our world can't be overstated.
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As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front.
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Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community.
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You'll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.
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Who are we looking for?
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We're looking for a skilled Flood Modeller with a strong working knowledge of TUFLOW and Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR) and a passion for water resources to join our NSW/ACT team in Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle, Wollongong or any of our regional NSW offices.
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You will work on some of Australia's most significant floodplain, catchment and infrastructure projects, helping clients make informed decisions that improve resilience and create lasting community benefit.
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You'll join a great company culture with strong supportive relationships, and benefit from the career development, mentorship and growth opportunities that our team can provide.
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Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
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Developing and applying TUFLOW hydraulic models and undertaking hydrologic and hydraulic assessments in accordance with Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR) methodologies.
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Delivering flood studies, floodplain risk management studies and development impact assessments across major water, transport, mining, defence and urban development projects.
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Delivering on multidisciplinary projects and tasks,



maintaining strong client relationships and coordinating with stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
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Collaborating across water resources, civil engineering, environmental services and planning, while conducting technical reviews and mentoring junior team members.
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Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities and preparing proposals to secure new projects.
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What you will bring to the team
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Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering or a related discipline.
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Between 5 & 12 years of experience in a similar role in a consulting setting.
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Significant experience in flood modelling, hydrology or water resources consulting.
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Strong capability in TUFLOW, including model development, calibration and interpretation of results.
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Sound understanding and practical application of Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR).
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Experience delivering flood studies, flood impact assessments and floodplain management projects.
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Strong client relationship skills and project management skills in water resources projects
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Interested? Apply now with your CV and a Cover Letter.
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We're open to discussing full time or part time options.
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GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
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GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.
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We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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📌 Senior Flood Modeller (New South Wales)
🏢 Ghd
📍 New South Wales