Senior Civil Engineer

Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a large regional organisation servicing diverse communities across the region, stretching from Kerang to the South Australian border. A unique organisation, LMW operates both urban and rural water businesses which support domestic and commercial customers from households through to large-scale irrigation operations. As a leader within the region, LMW has established itself as a major contributor to enhancing regional prosperity, directly impacting social, environmental, and economic benefits. 

LMW Infrastructure Services Department has commenced delivery of 5 years of capital works worth more than $100M, and we’re growing our planning and project delivery teams with this important role to be a part of this exciting program.

Upcoming planning and delivery works include new water treatment plants, water and wastewater main constructions, water and wastewater pump station construction and many more. It is expected the capital works program will continue to grow over the next 10 years. Whether technical, practical and interpersonal skills, we value the individual skill set each person brings to the team, working collaboratively with our project delivery partners to ensure value for money to our customers, contributing to prosperity of the local community.

About the role:

The Senior Civil Engineer will take the lead on the delivery of major civil projects for water and wastewater infrastructure. You’ll guide projects from planning through to construction and commissioning, working closely with designers, contractors, and internal teams.

Key aspects of the role include:

• The delivery of major capital works, applying established project management techniques, construction supervision & support, contractor management and engineering skills.
• Provide technical direction across design, planning and construction activities
• Lead and mentor project staff, sharing your knowledge and experience
• Drive practical, safe and cost-effective design and delivery methods
• Help improve project management processes and engineering standards

This position would suit someone with civil engineering and project management experience, ideally in water or similar infrastructure sectors.

The role is based in either our Mildura or Swan Hill Office in Victoria’s northwest.

About you:

We require self-motivated people who are safety conscious looking to work in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you would ideally have some of the following.

• Experienced civil engineer with experience in engineering and project management within the civil construction or water industry
• An analytical thinker with experience in delivering innovative technical solutions and an eye for detail
• Good communication skills and an ability to manage multiple stakeholders  
• Understanding of how you work in a safe and effective manner

What we offer: 

• A friendly and inclusive culture 
• Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance 
• An exciting work experience where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees
• A strong focus on career and leadership development 
• Attractive salary and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative, and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing, and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW. 

How to apply:

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions: 

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. What is your driver for applying for this position and what skills will you bring to the role? 
3. Describe how you contribute to a collaborative team environment while driving performance and/or delivering key outcomes
4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time, and how do you see LMW supporting that?

To apply for this role, you must have the right to work in Australia and a Current Driver’s License. 

Please complete the application form below and attach your resume and email to recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au.

Applications close Sunday 31 August 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Damien Ryan – Manager Infrastructure Planning and Delivery on 0429 935 371 or the recruitment email address.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve. 

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052. 

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