National Hydrology Lead

"While I have worked on a broad range of projects throughout my time with AECOM, I have had the opportunity to focus in my area of interest. I enjoy free access to an extensive network of industry leading specialists, which has helped me grow and expand my knowledge. Mostly though, I love that I get to work with and mentor the brightest young minds our industry has to offer."– Richard Corbett, Water Services Lead – Rockhampton

Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

AECOM’s Water Resources group is seeking an engaging and collaborative Hydrology Lead for our Australian business. Based in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or North Queensland, this strategic role will support AECOM’s operations nationally.

Our Water Resources team currently delivers integrated, multidisciplinary services from flood risk and hydraulic modelling to drainage design, water quality and nature-based solutions, across various sectors including water resources, dams, infrastructure, energy, mining and community development.

This key leadership role will give you the opportunity to build networks across AECOM in Australia, New Zealand, and globally, from business operations through to management, while working closely with our leading specialists. Elevate your professional profile and carve a career pathway that truly makes a difference

How you’ll make a difference

• Partner with Sector Managers and the Water Resources Sector Director to grow and diversify our hydrology and water resources services while contributing technical leadership and industry insight in dams, flooding, drought and integrated water management.
• Support, mentor and develop team members through coaching and knowledge sharing, helping them thrive and reach their potential in alignment with strategic goals.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships by understanding client needs, maintaining an established local portfolio, and ensuring responsive, high-quality communication and delivery.
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities by contributing to business development, cross-selling, and the preparation of compelling proposals and bids.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Strong expertise in complex hydrology, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications, professional registrations, and a minimum of 15 years of experience within the Australian consulting environment.
• Extensive knowledge of the hydrology and water resources sector, including legislation, guidelines, modelling tools and current market conditions.
• A collaborative, client-focused approach with the ability to build trusted relationships and contribute thoughtfully to strategic business development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with professionalism and integrity, inspiring others through mentoring, adaptability, clear communication and a commitment to shared success.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.