Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) is growing and we’re looking for talented people who want to shape Queensland’s future.

Lead the planning and implementation of effective water and sewerage solutions to support major developments across the state's highest priority projects.

Job details

Who we are:
Economic Development Queensland (EDQ)is a Queensland Government agency that unlocks land and accelerates housing, planning and infrastructure delivery—creating liveable places and enabling economic growth. Our work helps deliver safe, secure and affordable homes and supports thriving communities across the state.

Empowered by the Economic Development Act 2012, EDQ has unique planning and approval powers to help unblock complex projects and bring development-ready land to market. Our purpose is simple: help Queenslanders find a place to call home, create more jobs closer to home, and support liveable communities that reflect Queensland's way of life.

We work across government and with industry to attract investment, enable jobs and deliver projects that make a measurable difference for Queenslanders.

About the Role:
Working within EDQ's Specialist Services team, you'll become the organisation's senior technical authority for water supply and sewerage, providing strategic advice that helps unlock housing, accelerate development and shape infrastructure outcomes across Queensland.

As the Lead Water Supply and Sewerage Engineer, you will:
• Lead strategic water supply and sewerage planning across Priority Development Areas (PDAs) and major development projects throughout Queensland.
• Provide expert technical advice on servicing strategies, infrastructure planning and complex development proposals to support timely and sustainable development outcomes.
• Review and critically assess consultant reports, hydraulic modelling and network planning advice, ensuring recommendations are technically robust and aligned with EDQ's strategic objectives.
• Negotiate infrastructure outcomes with councils, water utilities, developers and key stakeholders to facilitate coordinated and practical servicing solutions.
• Provide specialist engineering input into development assessment, infrastructure planning and major investment decisions across residential, commercial and mixeduse developments.
• Act as EDQ's technical lead for water supply and sewerage, driving continuous improvement, technical excellence and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Influence the delivery of critical infrastructure, including trunk networks, pump stations, reservoirs and treatment facilities that enable Queensland's future growth.

Why Choose EDQ:
If you're motivated by purpose and impact, you'll fit right in at EDQ. You will also be able to enjoy the following:
• Flexible and agile ways of working
• Generous leave and 12.75% superannuation
• Learning, development and career pathways
• Modern workplaces designed for collaboration
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and cultural capability
• Access for you and your family to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities in your area at very low cost

Join us and make a meaningful impact for Queensland—submit your application now.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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