About the role

The Planning Engineer Networks will assist with the development, implementation and use of EGW’s water and sewerage network planning. This includes growth and demand forecasting, network hydraulic modelling and associated master planning.

Once identified, you will assist with the development of network related projects into business cases ready to handover to project delivery, and provision of advice to other teams. Ensuring EGW meets its business objectives through providing network assets that meet the required level of service to customers now and in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support updates to growth and demand forecasts.
• Collect monitoring data and assist with validating and calibrating hydraulic models.
• Build, maintain and update water and sewer network hydraulic models.
• Contribute to network master plans, water resource plans and asset management planning.
• Assist with optioneering, concept designs, business cases and project handover documentation.
• Investigate network impacts of development proposals and respond to related enquiries.
• Prepare and present technical reports, strategies and action plans.
• Support delivery of capital and operational projects in line with asset and project management frameworks.
• Maintain network design standards and contribute to resolving infrastructure issues.
• Promote a positive, collaborative and inclusive team culture aligned with EGW Values & Behaviours.
• Apply and promote all Health, Safety, Environment and risk management requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and handle customer and employee information professionally and confidentially.

Benefits of working for East Gippsland Water:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career opportunities.
• Access exclusive discounts and perks through our Flare employee benefits platform.
• Corporate Gym Membership- allows staff to access reduced rate membership.
• Work-life balance- Monday to Friday schedule, allowing your evenings and weekends to personal time and family.
• EAP program- Services include but not limited employee counselling, professional development, career and financial coaching and more.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Commitment to sustainability and community impact.
• Access to modern technology and tools to support innovation.
• Inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.

EGW- Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle. We take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community. 

Apply now!
Applications should include a resume and covering letter outlining how you can contribute to the team’s success and outlining your skills and experience against the KEY SELECTION CRITERIA responsibilities of the role.

To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at vacancies@egwater.vic.gov.au or on 03 5150 4444.

Applications close on Sunday 22nd February 2026

East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.

* This role has been classified as per our Enterprise Agreement as a Band 3 position, ($72,912.23 - $94,710.54 per annum)

* Plus 12% employer superannuation contribution. We reserve the right to remunerate successful candidates within the span of this classification dependant on demonstrated skills, experience and qualifications.

*Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and National Police Check.