Lead Projects. Trusted Expertise. Influence Outcomes.
You’re an experienced Hydraulic Designer who enjoys solving complex problems, delivering quality work and making a genuine impact on the projects you lead.
At STP Consultants, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of diverse building projects across Queensland, provide technical leadership, mentor others and
work alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration, practical thinking and great client outcomes.
Quick highlights: Generous salary package | 9-day fortnight | Flexible working | Extra leave options | Career growth | Diverse projects | Supportive team culture
Based in Brisbane, you’ll be part of a growing engineering team while enjoying a lifestyle that’s
hard to beat – combining exciting career opportunities with Queensland’s beautiful beaches, scenic hinterland, vibrant city culture and year-round outdoor living.
Why you’ll love working here
This is more than a senior design role. You’ll be trusted for your technical expertise, given the
autonomy to make decisions and supported by experienced leaders who value collaboration over hierarchy. With a strong pipeline of work across commercial, health, education, residential and infrastructure sectors, every project brings something different. You’ll work alongside talented multidisciplinary teams who enjoy sharing knowledge, solving challenges together and delivering outstanding outcomes for clients.
The role
As our Senior Hydraulic Designer, you’ll lead the design and delivery of hydraulic and fire services solutions across a broad range of building projects. From concept design through to construction, you’ll work closely with clients, architects, contractors and internal engineering teams to deliver practical, compliant and buildable solutions while providing technical leadership and mentoring to others within the team.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead hydraulic and fire services design across a range of building projects.
- Design water supply, drainage, stormwater, wastewater, gas and fire services systems.
- Manage projects from concept through to completion, including design, documentation, tender support and construction support.
- Develop practical, efficient designs that meet client needs, Australian Standards and approval requirements.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and internal project teams.
- Prepare and review hydraulic calculations, technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers, designers and drafters.
- Keep designs compliant, practical and suitable for construction.
- Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and technical advice.
- Support business growth through proposals, fee submissions and identifying opportunities.
The good stuff (benefits)
- Competitive salary package reflecting your experience
- 9-day fortnight
- Flexible working arrangements
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Referral rewards and recognition programs
- Friendly, down-to-earth team culture with regular social events
- Professional development and career growth
- Long-term stability with an established Queensland consultancy
About you:
- Diploma of Hydraulic Design or equivalent qualification.
- 8–10+ years’ experience in Australian building services, ideally within a consulting environment.
- Proficiency in Revit (preferred) and/or AutoCAD for hydraulic design and documentation.
- QBCC Hydraulic Services Design Licence, or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, local authority requirements and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrated experience delivering medium to large-scale projects across all project phases.
- Strong problem-solving ability, with the initiative to work independently and exercise technical judgement.
- Full unrestricted Australian working rights
About STP Consultants
For more than 20 years, STP Consultants has been helping shape communities across Queensland. As a privately owned, multidisciplinary consultancy, we bring together expertise in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire and Seismic engineering to deliver a diverse range of projects across the state.
At STP, our values, Potential, Respect, Integrity, Deliver and Engage, guide how we work with our clients and support one another every day. Our approachable leaders work alongside our teams, creating a collaborative environment where people are trusted, encouraged to share ideas
and supported to grow their careers.
We’re proud of the culture we’ve built. One where teamwork, technical excellence and genuine relationships come first, and where our people have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while building rewarding, long-term careers.
How to apply
If you’re looking for a role where your experience is valued, your ideas are welcomed and your work makes a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV and cover letter (including availability) to careers@stpconsultants.com.au or click Apply.
STP Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
