Australia, Perth
Experience: Not applicable
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Mining
Closing: September 13, 2025

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Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Water Design Engineer to deliver detailed design solutions for water infrastructure projects across multiple mine sites. The role will lead the preparation of designs in accordance with Australian standards, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and fit-for-purpose outcomes.

What are you going to do 

  • Conduct hydraulic modelling of pipelines, borefields, pump stations, ponds, tanks, and related infrastructure.
  • Prepare and compile work packages, including construction drawings, quantity estimates, scopes of work, and stakeholder liaison.
  • Facilitate design reviews, including field inspections and compliance with basis-of-design criteria.
  • Develop engineering deliverables such as pipeline schematics, general arrangements, P&IDs, and equipment selection.
  • Contribute to capital estimates and material take-offs (MTOs).
  • Coordinate operational readiness requirements for projects.
  • Monitor design schedules, escalating risks where necessary.
  • Provide construction support through responding to technical queries and updating design documentation.
  • Produce equipment datasheets and evaluate vendor proposals for budget and technical compliance.
  • Ensure designs meet statutory, regulatory, and procedural requirements.
  • Maintain clear and timely communication on design progress, risks, and changes.
  • Collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), or Chemical/Civil Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in piping systems and pipeline design, ideally within mining or engineering consultancy environments.
  • Prior experience in mine dewatering.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Understanding of discipline-specific and multi-discipline design requirements.
  • Familiarity with Australian and common international standards in mining and water industries.
  • Ability to undertake occasional short site visits for scoping and stakeholder engagement.
  • Competency in Visio and ArcMap (desirable).
  • Self-motivated with the ability to deliver on schedule and within budget.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
  • Full Australian work rights required

What we offer 

  • Excellent negotiable day rate!
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Charlotte Bates,Email: c.bates@brunel.net / Tel: 08 9429 5616

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