Graduate Water Resources Engineer

The Role

Join WRM Water & Environment and launch a hands-on career in Water Resources Engineering from our Darwin office – where the projects are large, the landscape is wild, and your work will make a tangible impact.

Working with the broader WRM team on projects all across Australia, you'll contribute to solving complex challenges related to flooding, stormwater drainage, water management, and water quality. From day one you’ll be involved in data analysis and modelling using hydrologic, hydraulic, and water management tools for projects spanning major infrastructure, mining, development, and floodplain management.

With a structured training program and a dedicated mentor to support your career development, you’ll be guided on your pathway to RPEQ certification and beyond.

We offer flexibility around your start date—from November 2025 through to January 2026—and can also provide paid casual work (e.g. one day per week and during university holidays) if you’re still completing your studies, giving you valuable experience ahead of full-time employment.

Projects you'll contribute to include:

• Flood modelling in remote and regional settings
• Water management planning for mines and infrastructure
• Stormwater drainage design and environmental compliance
• Water quality impact assessments
• Engineering infrastructure design including levees and diversions
• Water balance modelling

You’ll be trained in: TUFLOW, URBS, GOLDSIM, QGIS, 12D, and Python.

This is a permanent, long-term role with structured professional development, including in-house and external training, regular check-ins, and ongoing support.

What we offer:

• Sensible working hours
• Flexible work arrangements
• A rapid technical development pathway
• Competitive salary
• Attractive profit-sharing scheme
• Paid parental leave
• A team culture that celebrates diversity and connection – with plenty of social activities

You

You’re a graduate engineer with a curiosity for surface water and an adventurous spirit. You’re ready to start your career with a well-respected specialist consultancy and be part of a close-knit team that works across Australia from the heart of the Top End.

With a degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering, you’ll bring:

• Strong numerical skills and high attention to detail
• Familiarity with (or the drive to learn) tools such as TUFLOW, URBS, GOLDSIM, QGIS, 12D, and Python
• A collaborative, positive approach to working in a team
• Exposure to CAD (AutoCAD or Civil 3D) is a bonus, but not essential

You’ll be technically minded, inquisitive, and keen to question and understand every result.

We welcome graduates currently in Darwin or across Australia who are ready to make the move north for a career-defining opportunity.

The Company

WRM Water & Environment Pty Ltd is a specialist consultancy delivering independent, expert advice in surface water hydrology, water resource engineering, stormwater drainage, hydraulics, and environmental water management.

With offices in Brisbane and Darwin, we support a range of clients across mining, urban development, government, and natural resources. Our team culture emphasises peer-to-peer learning and broad exposure to a variety of projects.

We invest in our people through technology, training, and structured initiatives such as our Innovation Working Group and Staff Wellbeing Action Group, which promote both technical excellence and workplace wellbeing. With a stable and growing project pipeline, we’re excited to welcome graduate engineers from diverse backgrounds into our team.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and Cover Letter via the link. Applications are being managed by our talent acquisition partner Susan Leon of Iris Consulting. Please direct any enquiries to Susan. Every applicant will receive a response.

Recruitment agencies, thanks for your interest – however WRM and Susan Leon do not require support for this campaign.