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Mott MacDonald • Sunshine Coast, QLD, AU; Brisbane, QLD, AU

Senior Civil Engineer (Drainage)

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Transport team has an exciting opening for a Senior Civil Engineer (Drainage) for the Brisbane or Maroochydoore office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia and have the opportunity to:

  • Play a lead role in developing the drainage technical capability within the Queensland Transport team.
  • Collaborate with Mott MacDonald’s digital team to support digital development of existing and new drainage tools.
  • Provide technical direction, mentorship and support to junior and mid-level engineers to bolster drainage capability.
  • Input to proposal development and fee estimation tasks from a drainage perspective as required.
  • Lead the design and development of drainage solutions for our portfolio of infrastructure projects.
  • Review and quality assurance for drainage package delivery.
  • Conduct and undertake drainage designs using design software with a “hands on” approach.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and precision.

About You

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • RPEQ or ability to obtain REPQ within 6 months.
  • Strong understanding of relevant design standards and guidelines including Austroads Guidelines, QUDM and TMR Drainage Design Guidelines.
  • Strong understanding of Queensland hydrology and specific stormwater issues relevant to projects in Queensland.
  • Knowledge of 12d drainage software highly preferrable.
  • Understanding of other hydrologic and hydraulic models such as DRAINS, XP RAFTS, XP SWMM, Tuflow, HEC RAS, Bently Stormwater, HY8, Culvertmaster is highly regarded.
  • Willingness to engage and mentor junior staff

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

  • Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
  • Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
  • Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
  • Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

Employee ownership

  • Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
  • Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
  • As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
  • Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-NS1

Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave – 26 weeks full pay
Annual bonus
Annual pay rises
Bank holiday swaps
Bike parking
Book swaps
Buddy scheme
Buy or sell annual leave
Carer’s leave – up to 5 days, two of which are paid
Compassionate leave
Critical Illness Insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Dental coverage
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks full pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 2 weeks
Enhanced pension match/contribution – matched up to 7%
Enhanced sick pay
Ergonomic workstations
Eye Care Support – Eyecare vouchers
Faith rooms
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Further education support
Health assessment
In house training
Income protection
L&D budget
Learning platform
Life assurance
Life insurance – 4 x salary
Lunch and learns
Meditation space
Meditation space
Mentoring
Modern office
On-site shower
On-site yoga classes
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Pregnancy loss leave
Pregnancy support
Private booths
Private GP service – Private Medical care for all UK staff
Professional subscriptions – We pay for your primary professional annual subscription
Referral bonus
Religious celebration leave
Returnship
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Shared parental leave – We match up to 24 weeks full pay
Study support
Tax-free childcare
Teambuilding days
Theme park discounts
Travel loan
Women’s health leave
Reservist leave – 10 days leave

Working at Mott MacDonald

Company employees:

18,000 worldwide

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

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Awards & Accreditations

2nd – Career Progression

2nd – Career Progression

Flexa awards 2025
3rd – Family Friendly

3rd – Family Friendly

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Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

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Flexible

Flexible

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Culture

Culture

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