Stormwater Engineer - NSW Residential Subdivision

Stormwater Engineer - NSW Residential Subdivision (Remote)Work From Home | Full-Time | AU Hours | PH-BasedOutsourcedIn is partnering with an Australian consultancy to hire an experienced Stormwater Engineer with strong expertise in NSW residential building and land subdivision projects.This role is focused on delivering compliant stormwater drainage designs for duplexes, townhouses, custom homes, and Torrens Title / greenfield subdivisions in accordance with NSW council requirements and Australian Standards.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with NSW OSD (On-Site Detention) systems and council submission processes.About the RoleYou will be responsible for preparing compliant stormwater management designs, supporting DA/CC submissions, and ensuring drainage solutions align with NSW DCP and ARR standards.This is a technical role requiring strong compliance knowledge and detailed documentation capability.Key ResponsibilitiesStormwater Design & Engineering Design stormwater systems for single dwellings, duplexes, and multi-dwelling developments Design drainage systems for Torrens Title and greenfield subdivisions (ESSENTIAL) Prepare Stormwater Management Plans (SWMP) Perform hydraulic modelling and runoff calculations (ARR 2019 compliant) Design OSD systems in line with NSW council DCP requirements Prepare DA / CC documentation and engineering drawingsCompliance & Standards Ensure compliance with NCC, AS/NZS 3500, ARR 2019, and NSW Council DCP requirements Apply WSUD principles where required Interpret and implement Sydney Water requirements (advantage)Coordination & Project Support Coordinate with planners, surveyors, architects, and certifiers Provide construction-stage support and respond to RFIs Ensure drainage layouts align with easements, overland flow paths, and inter-allotment drainage requirementsTechnical Skills Strong knowledge of NSW drainage and subdivision requirements Pit & pipe network design for residential subdivisions OSD tank sizing and orifice design calculations Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D Experience with DRAINS, MUSIC, or similar hydraulic software Strong understanding of overland flow paths and drainage complianceMandatory Requirements Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering 5+ years stormwater / civil drainage design experience Minimum 1–2 years NSW residential subdivision experience (ESSENTIAL) Experience liaising directly with NSW councils Strong written documentation skills for council submissionsHighly Regarded Knowledge of Sydney Water requirements CPEng qualification (desirable but not essential) Experience supporting multiple residential projects simultaneouslyIdeal Candidate Profile Detail-oriented with strong compliance focus Familiar with NSW certifier and council submission processes Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced residential environment Proactive communicator working with Australian teams remotelyOriginally posted on Himalayas

Stormwater Engineer - NSW Residential Subdivision (Remote)Work From Home | Full-Time | AU Hours | PH-BasedOutsourcedIn is partnering with an Australian consultancy to hire an experienced Stormwater Engineer with strong expertise in NSW residential building and land subdivision projects.This role is focused on delivering compliant stormwater drainage designs for duplexes, townhouses, custom homes, and Torrens Title / greenfield subdivisions in accordance with NSW council requirements and Australian Standards.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with NSW OSD (On-Site Detention) systems and council submission processes.About the RoleYou will be responsible for preparing compliant stormwater management designs, supporting DA/CC submissions, and ensuring drainage solutions align with NSW DCP and ARR standards.This is a technical role requiring strong compliance knowledge and detailed documentation capability.Key ResponsibilitiesStormwater Design & Engineering Design stormwater systems for single dwellings, duplexes, and multi-dwelling developments Design drainage systems for Torrens Title and greenfield subdivisions (ESSENTIAL) Prepare Stormwater Management Plans (SWMP) Perform hydraulic modelling and runoff calculations (ARR 2019 compliant) Design OSD systems in line with NSW council DCP requirements Prepare DA / CC documentation and engineering drawingsCompliance & Standards Ensure compliance with NCC, AS/NZS 3500, ARR 2019, and NSW Council DCP requirements Apply WSUD principles where required Interpret and implement Sydney Water requirements (advantage)Coordination & Project Support Coordinate with planners, surveyors, architects, and certifiers Provide construction-stage support and respond to RFIs Ensure drainage layouts align with easements, overland flow paths, and inter-allotment drainage requirementsTechnical Skills Strong knowledge of NSW drainage and subdivision requirements Pit & pipe network design for residential subdivisions OSD tank sizing and orifice design calculations Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D Experience with DRAINS, MUSIC, or similar hydraulic software Strong understanding of overland flow paths and drainage complianceMandatory Requirements Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering 5+ years stormwater / civil drainage design experience Minimum 1–2 years NSW residential subdivision experience (ESSENTIAL) Experience liaising directly with NSW councils Strong written documentation skills for council submissionsHighly Regarded Knowledge of Sydney Water requirements CPEng qualification (desirable but not essential) Experience supporting multiple residential projects simultaneouslyIdeal Candidate Profile Detail-oriented with strong compliance focus Familiar with NSW certifier and council submission processes Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced residential environment Proactive communicator working with Australian teams remotelyOriginally posted on Himalayas