WWTP & Water Reuse Project Engineer

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. 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. - 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.