WWTP & Water Reuse Project Engineer
- Location
- Bandiana, VIC, Australia
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Contract
About the job
Company Description We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description Position : WWTP & Water Reuse Project Engineer Location: Kiewa, Victoria, Australia
Duration: 6-12 Months (Extendable)
Industry: Dairy Manufacturing / FMCG About the Role We are seeking an experienced WWTP & Water Reuse Project Engineer to support a major manufacturing transformation and sustainability program within a leading FMCG production facility. The successful candidate will lead wastewater treatment, water reuse, and environmental improvement projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, sustainability performance, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities
- Lead wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) optimization and performance improvement initiatives.
- Manage water reuse, recycling, and irrigation projects to reduce overall water consumption.
- Support WWTP upgrade and expansion projects from design through commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, discharge requirements, and sustainability objectives.
- Identify opportunities for water, energy, and resource efficiency improvements across manufacturing operations.
- Coordinate engineering contractors, consultants, equipment suppliers, and site stakeholders.
- Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting activities.
- Provide technical expertise during installation, commissioning, startup, and performance ramp-up phases.
- Develop and implement long-term water reduction and sustainability roadmaps.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and environmental teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline. • Proven experience in wastewater treatment, water reuse, utilities, or environmental engineering projects within manufacturing environments. • Strong knowledge of industrial wastewater treatment processes and effluent management systems. • Experience delivering WWTP optimization, upgrade, or expansion projects. • Familiarity with environmental compliance requirements and sustainability initiatives. • Experience managing contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders. • Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills. • Ability to work hands-on within an operational manufacturing environment. • Fluency in English is mandatory. Preferred Experience
- Food, dairy, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing environments.
- Industrial utilities and water infrastructure projects.
- Water recycling and reuse programs.
- Sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives.
- Brownfield manufacturing projects.
- Commissioning and startup experience.
From SGS's careers page (SmartRecruiters), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 13 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job