About the role

Due to continued growth, Talis Consultants is seeking an experienced Waste Engineer to join the Waste Infrastructure team in our Leederville Office. This is a permanent full-time opportunity offering the chance to work on diverse and interesting projects in waste management infrastructure design and delivery.

Key responsibilities

- Provide technical input and support on landfill design projects, including basal lining systems, leachate, gas and surface water management systems, closure and capping systems, and capacity modelling and phasing plans.
- Contribute to the design and delivery of Waste Transfer Stations and Recycling Facilities, including civil designs, structures, drainage systems, and traffic management systems.
- Undertake feasibility studies, business cases, and financial modelling for waste infrastructure projects.
- Provide technical input into planning, environmental and regulatory approvals processes.
- Coordinate and oversee field investigations, including site inspections, geotechnical investigations, data interpretation, and stability risk assessments.
- Prepare high-quality design and construction documentation, including technical specifications, bills of quantities, designer's risk assessments, and Construction Quality Assurance plans.
- Manage and support the procurement and tendering of construction works, including local government procurement processes.
- Participate in tender evaluations, contractor selection, and contract administration activities.
- Undertake construction quality assurance, site inspections, and superintendent representative responsibilities during project delivery.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.

About you

- Civil / Environmental / Geotechnical Engineering degree or similar.
- 5+ years' experience on waste management infrastructure or similar design projects.




- Construction quality assurance and superintendent experience for landfills or similar facilities.
- Technical involvement in earthworks, roads, drainage and other public works projects.
- Experience leading Modellers/Drafters in design works.
- Experience in project management and managing staff.
- Ideally experience in hydrogeological and geotechnical investigations.
- Excellent reporting and communication skills.
- Strong AutoCAD appreciation and similar packages.

About us Talis Consultants is a national multi-disciplinary consultancy with offices in Perth, Kalgoorlie, Newcastle, Brisbane, and Nowra. We specialise in providing expert services in Waste Management, Environmental Services, Engineering, Asset Management, Spatial Intelligence and Noise Management.

At Talis, people come first. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and high-performing culture where expertise is valued, ideas are heard and careers can genuinely grow.

Advantages

- Competitive salary package
- Excellent career development and professional growth opportunities
- Onboarding buddy program and access to an Employee Assistance Program
- Perkbox account with 24/7 access to discounts, wellbeing tools and exclusive perks
- Social events, team activities and an active social committee
- Opportunities to work on a wide range of interesting projects
- Flexible working arrangements that support work–life balance
- Supportive, open leadership and a welcoming team culture

Apply: At Talis, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ages, cultural backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals of all abilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process, please let us know if you require any adjustments.

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience via the ‘Apply Now’ button. We review every application carefully and will be in touch if your experience is a strong match.

📌 Principal/Senior Waste Engineer (Leederville)
🏢 Talis Consultants
📍 Leederville