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Aurecon

Technical Director – Wastewater Treatment

Aurecon

. Set the technical direction for complex wastewater, biosolids and recycled water projects .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in municipal wastewater process engineering and treatment design, with a strong focus on technical governance and assurance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary projects and develop high-performing teams while fostering client relationships and strategic market growth.

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Municipal Wastewater Process EngineeringTechnical GovernanceProject LeadershipClient EngagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills
Wastewater Treatment DesignBiosolids ManagementRecycled Water ProjectsTechnical ReviewMultidisciplinary Project Management
Soft Skills
CoachingCapability DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingRelationship Building
Certifications & Qualifications
Relevant Engineering Qualifications
Industry Keywords
Water UtilitiesRegulatory ComplianceInvestment DecisionsMarket StrategyIntegrated Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Set the technical direction for complex wastewater, biosolids and recycled water projects
  • Provide governance, assurance and technical review at key delivery stages
  • Advise major water utilities on technical, regulatory and investment decisions
  • Grow and mentor a high-performing treatment team
  • Develop the next generation of wastewater treatment specialists
  • Shape market strategy, identify opportunities and build client relationships
  • Collaborate with water and wastewater experts to deliver integrated outcomes
  • Lead major municipal wastewater, biosolids and recycled water projects across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and nationally

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Relevant engineering qualifications
  • Significant senior experience in municipal wastewater process engineering and treatment design
  • Experience leading complex multidisciplinary treatment projects
  • Expertise in technical governance, assurance and peer review
  • Strong client engagement skills and a track record of trusted-adviser relationships
  • Team leadership, coaching and capability development experience
  • Ability to see the big picture, challenge assumptions and bring diverse thinking

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Development and career growth support
  • Lifelong learning and professional development
  • Inclusive and empowering workplace culture
  • Part-time or flexible working arrangements
  • Recruitment adjustments available