Rare opportunity to join our Waste team, flexibility to be based Sydney or WollongongEnvironmentally sensitive and sustainability-focused organisationGreat collaborative team culture with FWA, attractive packages and benefitsAbout SMECDelivering exceptional outcomes starts with having exceptional people.
SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.
InfrastructureAt SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long-term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.
The roleThis role is ideal for an experienced engineer with landfill design experience or construction‑focused engineer who enjoys technical delivery and wants the opportunity to be part of multidisciplinary teams, lead projects, develop client relationships and expand service offerings across NSW.
With a minimum of 4+ years’ experience, you will assist in delivering waste, resource recovery and recycling infrastructure design; construction management projects; managing client relationships and business development activities. Experience in landfill design or civil infrastructure would be highly regarded.
As a member of a diverse infrastructure design team, there is opportunity to work across multidisciplinary projects. You’ll work on a broad range of waste and resource recovery projects including landfill containment and capping, cell development, leachate and gas management systems, transfer stations,



resource recovery centres, materials recycling facilities, and major facilities upgrades.

Key Responsibilities
;Lead and deliver landfill and waste infrastructure design projects (containment cells, capping, lining systems, transfer stations, organic processing facilities, leachate and gas infrastructure)Oversee GITA/construction phase services including contract administration, superintendent roles, quality assurance and site supervisionProject management of waste infrastructure and other waste related projectsEngineering input into waste infrastructure designs including landfills, materials recycling facilities, resource recovery centres and other design projectsBuilding and maintaining relationships with clients and key stakeholdersDrive business development activitiesMentoring and supporting junior team membersIdeal Applicants Will Have/beEnvironmental/Civil Engineering qualifications, or similar4+ years' experience, ideally within the landfill and waste industryProven project management and client relationship management capabilityExcellent communication skills, verbally and writtenSome site related work experienceWhat

we offer




Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balanceEthical client baseOpportunity to work alongside and be mentored by industry leadersProfessional Development Programs from graduates to leaders through mixture of inhouse programs and external courses as well as tertiary education financial assistanceDynamic career pathways and growth opportunities to work on projects nationally and internationallyPurchased additional annual leaveAnnual Celebration Day LeaveGenerous paid parental leave (primary and secondary)Wellbeing benefitsSMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and versatile working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
As a family‑friendly employer,

we offer
flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to robust professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

How to Apply
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Helen Kruimel: Helen.
[email protected] recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
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📌 Experienced/Senior Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Surbana Jurong
📍 Sydney