“Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” –

Dominique Keirens, Sector Manager – Water Infrastructure, SEQ

Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a

Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a

WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner

and an

AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description AECOM is delivering some of Australia’s most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long-term partnerships with Dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high-impact projects across the country.

As part of our industry leading Dams team, you’ll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction, and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions.

With AECOM’s flexibility,



base yourself in either our Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast offices.

How you’ll make a difference:

Deliver mechanical engineering design solutions for dam infrastructure, including operational systems and equipment integration.

Undertake inspections, investigations and condition assessments of existing dam assets.

Support construction activities through site inspections, review of quality assurance and quality control data, and preparation of construction reports.

Contribute to the successful delivery of projects by providing technical support throughout the design and construction phases.

Assist in the preparation of bids, tenders and client proposals.

Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

Demonstrated capability in mechanical design, including the preparation of design reports, design drawings and specifications, ideally within the dam industry.

You are positive, and see challenges as opportunities to innovate, collaborate and grow.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

You enjoy developing and nurturing relationships with internal stakeholders, clients as well as the local industry,



whether through project work, client initiatives or industry associations.

A degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us

Adaptable work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options

Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year

Volunteer and representation leave

Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity serious.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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