About the role
As Leader System Modelling, you will lead an established team of modelling specialists and guide Urban Utilities' enterprise modelling function. This role focuses on leading strategy and governance rather than building models day-to-day. You'll drive modelling strategy, influence planning, investment and operational decisions, and champion the strategic use of modelling across the business to support critical infrastructure decisions.
Key responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of modelling specialists
Set the strategic direction for Urban Utilities' modelling capability
Drive modelling governance, quality assurance and technical standards
Ensure modelling outputs are trusted, fit for purpose and support sound business decision-making
Influence infrastructure planning, investment and operational outcomes across the organisation
Partner with stakeholders across planning, operations, asset management and delivery functions
Lead the evolution of Urban Utilities' modelling capability through innovation, automation and digital twin initiatives
About you
Tertiary qualifications in Process, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Demonstrated experience leading technical teams or specialist capability functions, including model governance, quality assurance, and technical review
Deep expertise in hydraulic modelling or process modelling using tools like BioWin, Sumo, GoldSim, InfoWorks ICM/WS, Bentley SewerGEMS/WaterGEMS, DHI MIKE, or equivalent platforms
Demonstrated experience in performance analysis for water and wastewater treatment plants
Knowledge of water and wastewater systems and how modelling supports planning, operational and investment decision-making
Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks, environmental discharge requirements, and industry modelling standards
RPEQ, CPENG or the ability to obtain (desirable)
Experience directing model automation and calibration validation capability (e.g. Python-based scenario analysis) and governing spatial data pipelines for modelling datasets (desirable)
Understanding of model productisation, digital twin concepts, and operational/real-time modelling applications (desirable)
Sound knowledge of asset management principles and infrastructure investment planning processes (desirable)
Benefits
Generous salary packaging options, including novated leases
Corporate discounts across health insurance, technology and more
18 weeks of paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave including two proactive wellbeing days, and an additional day of leave each year to connect with friends and family
Flexibility options such as 9-day fortnights and flexible days
About us
Urban Utilities delivers essential water and wastewater services to more than 1.5 million people across South East Queensland. With a $7 billion asset base and services spanning 1.5 million residents and more than 31,000 commercial customers, we are committed to enhancing the liveability of our communities every day. The Infrastructure Planning & Delivery Group contributes to Urban Utilities' purpose of delivering reliable, sustainable water services through long-term water cycle planning, responsible stewardship of environmental and infrastructure assets, and strategic investment in the future.