Senior to Principal Hydrologist

Senior / Principal Hydrologist – Urban Water Management Shape sustainable water futures with a leading environmental consultancy Location: Subiaco, WA Discipline: Hydrology – Surface and Groundwater Division: Oceans and Environment RPS is seeking a highly motivated Senior or Principal Hydrologist to join our established surface and groundwater hydrology team in Subiaco. With a specialisation in urban water management and a strong foundation across broader hydrological disciplines, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary group of experts in environment, earth and marine sciences within our Oceans and Environment division. We are proud to deliver technical services to some of Perth’s largest residential developments and support urban growth in the south-west through our Margaret River office. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly contribute to more resilient and sustainable communities across Western Australia. Your Role As a Senior / Principal Hydrologist, you will bring your expertise and leadership to a diverse and impactful project portfolio. You Will Prepare technical reports to support regulatory approvals, including district and local water management strategies and urban water management plans.Conduct surface water investigations, flood studies, drainage modelling and related reporting.Collaborate with clients and project teams, including civil engineers, planners, and landscape architects.Engage with regulatory authorities such as local governments and DWER to navigate and negotiate water planning approvals.Analyse, interpret and present hydrological and hydrogeological data from field and desktop sources.Lead or support environmental field investigations, including water sampling, flow monitoring, drilling supervision, infiltration testing and more. About You You are a degree-qualified professional in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrology or Civil Engineering, with: Between 7 and 15+ years of experience, with a strong focus on urban water management.Proven experience preparing water management strategies and environmental reports across multiple scales.A sound understanding of stormwater drainage design and flood mitigation planning.Hydrologic and hydraulic modelling capabilities – experience with XPSWMM or InfoWorks ICM is highly regarded.Familiarity with Australian Rainfall and Runoff (ARR 2019) and relevant regulatory frameworks.Experience in fieldwork (e.g. water quality monitoring, sampling) is desirable.GIS capability (ArcGIS, Global Mapper, or QGIS) is advantageous.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.A self-driven mindset, with the ability to manage priorities, work independently, and collaborate within a team environment. What We Offer At RPS, you will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values excellence, innovation, and career development. We provide: Flexible and hybrid work arrangementsCompetitive salary and recognition programmesPaid Parental and Partner Leave$250 annual Active Lifestyle AllowanceSalary packaging and additional annual leave purchase optionsSupport for one professional membership annuallyStudy assistance, technical training and leadership mentoringActive social clubs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and service recognition rewards You will be empowered to make a real impact while working alongside some of the most respected professionals in the environmental consulting sector. Ready to join a company that is shaping the future of water in WA? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team delivering smarter, sustainable solutions across the region. RPS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our Approach Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive – and share in our success. Recruitment Agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.