Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Flood and Civil Consultant to join our Norwest or CBD team. The flood consultant will oversee and deliver flood impact assessments and flood emergency response plans in a friendly and supportive team, with a growing market leader.

Who we are

Orion Group is a dynamic multi-disciplinary land development company that has become known for providing exceptional value to our clients. We are rapidly growing business with five offices across NSW and Queensland. We are a diverse team of project managers, engineers, surveyors, and planners and have recently surpassed the 100-employee milestone.

We use our deep understanding of development to drive innovative solutions for complex projects. We continue to grow as a direct result of our expertise, innovative attitude, quality of service and, solid business practices and a culture to expand horizons. We are market leaders in our industry because of our vision and commitment to integrity, quality, and reliability.

Our vision is to be Australia’s leading source of professional services advice in our sector. We will change what it means to be a professional in our industry and we hope you will join us and play a part in achieving our goal.

Responsibilities

• Clear communication of flood conditions, government compliance requirements and the impacts of proposed development on flood conditions for upstream and downstream properties
• Project coordination with wider development team
• Successfully achieve deadlines and milestones
• Managing communications between clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders while ensuring the delivery of quality and timely solutions
• Preparation of flood studies, floodplain management plans and risk assessments
• Civil Urban Design experience in Civil 3d/12d for public domain space
• Invoicing and budgeting of projects
• Ensure quality control processes are implemented and documented
• Participate and positively contribute to meetings and workshops
• Adoption, promotion and adherence to the Orion’s Quality Management (QMS) and Work Health & Safety (WHS) Systems.

Skills and Expertise

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related fields
• 3+ year’s experience in civil engineering and flood management-related projects
• Technical proficiency with software packages related to hydraulic modelling and GIS, including TUFLOW, RORB, HEC_RAS, ARCGIS, MIKE, CIVIL 3D and 12D
• Strong project and client management skills with the ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and a willingness to take on new challenges.

Employee Benefits

• Professional development, mentoring & coaching
• A range of flexible work options
• Community days and cultural celebrations
• Access to innovative technology
• Employee assistance program
• Annual performance appraisal and learning & development plans
• Regular team building activities, social activities and team sports
• Paid parental leave

Orion Group highly values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

This role is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only (Including New Zealand Citizens). If this exciting opportunity has captured your interest, please submit your application now, via the apply button.