Dams Engineer at Stantec in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia | AUD85,000-95,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

proposal development

risk management

client liaison

design documentation

site surveys

data analysis

Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required
Minimise and control risk by the commitment to the Stantec Quality, Health & Safety programmes and ensuring proactive use of our project management systems
Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality, Safety & Environment Systems and Project Quality Procedures
Maintain communication and develop ongoing contacts with clients as required
Produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical design will provide the appropriate solution
Undertake a range of duties in carrying out designs and studies for civil and dams engineering projects to provide high-level technical service to internal and external clients Conduct site surveys, data gathering/analysis, field investigations and feasibility studies for proposed projects
Development into a key member of the dams team, supporting colleagues in project related work.

Requirements

dam safety

hydropower

excel

civil engineering

professional membership

report writing

Professional working experience, ideally with a focus on dam safety and/or dam engineering.
The ability to apply professional concepts and expand skills while performing various phases of engineering work related to water infrastructure, in particular dams and hydropower.
Proficient skills of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering (or equivalent)
Professional Memberships
Solid report writing with the ability to tell a compelling story.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
A competitive salary of $85000 to $95,000 based on experience.
Direct access to senior technical leaders within Stantec, locally and abroad.
Service Recognition Awards
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year Established

The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.

MWH Global in 2016

Acquisition Year

Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.

450+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

6 Continents

Geographic Reach

Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.

Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

2025

Carbon Neutrality Target

The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.

32,000

Employees in Sustainable Projects

Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.

Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)

Inclusion & Diversity

43% women

Female Representation in Leadership

43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.

18% pay gap

Global Gender Pay Gap

The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.

3% compa-ratio

Gender Pay Gap Improvement

North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.

7% score improvement

Gender-Equality Index

Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.

Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)

Role

Description

proposal development

risk management

client liaison

design documentation

site surveys

data analysis

Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required
Minimise and control risk by the commitment to the Stantec Quality, Health & Safety programmes and ensuring proactive use of our project management systems
Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality, Safety & Environment Systems and Project Quality Procedures
Maintain communication and develop ongoing contacts with clients as required
Produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical design will provide the appropriate solution
Undertake a range of duties in carrying out designs and studies for civil and dams engineering projects to provide high-level technical service to internal and external clients Conduct site surveys, data gathering/analysis, field investigations and feasibility studies for proposed projects
Development into a key member of the dams team, supporting colleagues in project related work.

Requirements

dam safety

hydropower

excel

civil engineering

professional membership

report writing

Professional working experience, ideally with a focus on dam safety and/or dam engineering.
The ability to apply professional concepts and expand skills while performing various phases of engineering work related to water infrastructure, in particular dams and hydropower.
Proficient skills of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering (or equivalent)
Professional Memberships
Solid report writing with the ability to tell a compelling story.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
A competitive salary of $85000 to $95,000 based on experience.
Direct access to senior technical leaders within Stantec, locally and abroad.
Service Recognition Awards
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year Established

The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.

MWH Global in 2016

Acquisition Year

Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.

450+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

6 Continents

Geographic Reach

Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.

Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve

Environment + Sustainability

2025

Carbon Neutrality Target

The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.

32,000

Employees in Sustainable Projects

Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.

Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)

Inclusion & Diversity

43% women

Female Representation in Leadership

43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.

18% pay gap

Global Gender Pay Gap

The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.

3% compa-ratio

Gender Pay Gap Improvement

North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.

7% score improvement

Gender-Equality Index

Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.

Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score

Articles

Contact Our Media Team

Stantec Careers

Reddit – ‘Anyone work at Stantec environmental field tech how is it !’

Reddit – ‘Stantec and everyone else is desperate for people with any experience’

Stantec Projects & Portfolio (site search)