Stormwater Engineer – NSW Residential Subdivisions (Remote)
Work From Home | Full-Time | AU Hours | PH-Based
OutsourcedIn is partnering with an Australian consultancy to hire an experienced Stormwater Engineer with strong exposure to NSW residential subdivision projects.
This role focuses on delivering compliant, efficient, and cost-effective stormwater designs aligned with NSW council requirements and Australian standards.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in NSW subdivisions, strong knowledge of compliance and approvals, and is confident in preparing detailed stormwater designs and reports.
Proven NSW residential subdivision experience is ESSENTIAL.
About the Role
You will be responsible for designing stormwater systems, preparing management plans and reports, and supporting DA/CC submissions for residential subdivision projects.
This is a technical role requiring strong knowledge of NSW compliance, hydraulic modelling, and coordination with engineers, surveyors, and councils.
Key Responsibilities
Stormwater Design & Engineering
Design and deliver stormwater solutions for residential subdivisions
Prepare stormwater management plans, drainage layouts, and engineering reports
Perform hydrological and hydraulic modelling
Review and optimise designs for cost-efficiency and constructability
Compliance & Approvals
Ensure designs comply with:
NSW local council requirements
Australian Standards
WSUD (Water Sensitive Urban Design) principles
Support DA (Development Application) and CC (Construction Certificate) submissions
Coordination & Project Support
Liaise with civil engineers, surveyors, councils, and approval authorities
Provide technical support across multiple subdivision projects
Ensure timely delivery of compliant and accurate documentation
Mandatory Requirements
Proven experience in Australian residential subdivision projects (ESSENTIAL)
Strong understanding of stormwater compliance, regulations, and approvals in Australia
Experience with:
DRAINS / MUSIC / HEC-RAS (or similar modelling tools)
AutoCAD / Civil 3D
Ability to prepare engineering reports and supporting documentation
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Highly Regarded
Experience working with Sydney / NSW councils
Knowledge of On-Site Detention (OSD) systems
Experience with flood studies and overland flow path design
Exposure to subdivision earthworks and road design coordination
KPIs
Approval success rate (DA/CC)
Turnaround time on designs
Compliance accuracy (minimal revisions required)
Quality of documentation and reporting
Why Join
Consistent pipeline of NSW subdivision projects
Work with experienced civil and development teams
Flexible / remote working setup
Long-term role with growth potential
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