Senior Engineer - Waste & Resource Recovery Senior Engineer - Waste & Resource Recovery SMEC Se ...

Seeds RenewablesGeelong, Victoria🇦🇺AustraliaPosted 11 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive impactful projects in sustainability and resource recovery within a globally recognized engineering consultancy. You'll thrive here if you're a seasoned engineer eager to lead complex waste infrastructure projects, build client relationships, and contribute to a greener future, all while enjoying flexible work arrangements and professional development. Apply now to make a tangible difference and advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Job Description

Senior Engineer - Waste & Resource Recovery

SMEC Services Pty Limited Hybrid Victoria, AU 11 months ago

Job Description

Melbourne or Geelong based
Make a difference in a sustainability-focused organisation
Enjoy flexible working conditions and a supportive culture

About SMEC

At SMEC, a member of the SJ Group, we believe exceptional outcomes start with exceptional people. As a global engineering consultancy, we offer unique opportunities to work on iconic infrastructure projects alongside experienced professionals and visionary leaders. We empower our teams to drive innovation and deliver sustainable solutions across the infrastructure sector.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a talented Environmental or Civil Engineer to join our growing Waste team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in waste, resource recovery, and recycling infrastructure across Victoria.

You'll be involved in:

Designing and managing waste infrastructure projects including landfills, recycling facilities, and resource recovery centres
Leading project delivery and construction management
Building strong client relationships and supporting business development
Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams on diverse infrastructure projects

What You'll Bring

Degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
5+ years' experience in the waste and landfill sector
Proven project management and stakeholder engagement skills
Well-developed written and verbal communication abilitiesWillingness to be based in Melbourne or Geelong

Why SMEC?

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
Ethical and sustainability-driven client base
Mentorship from industry leaders
Professional development programs and tertiary education support
Opportunities to work on national and international projects
Purchased additional leave and generous parental leave
Wellbeing benefits and inclusive workplace culture

Diversity & Inclusion

SMEC is proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. We're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where innovation thrives through shared learning and varied perspectives.

SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with a 70-year history of delivering advanced solutions on a global scale across urban development, infrastructure and management services industries. We are specialists in providing design leadership, consulting and advisory expertise across the roads and highways, rail and metro, aviation, hydropower