Your new organisation
Are you a dam engineering specialist looking to make a meaningful impact on public safety, environmental protection, and mine rehabilitation across Victoria?

Hays is proud to partner with a leading government agency to recruit a highly skilled Senior Dam Engineer for a pivotal role in mine site regulation and rehabilitation across Victoria.

This is a rare opportunity to join a technically diverse team of subject-matter experts working on some of the state’s most critical tailings and slimes dam infrastructure. If you’re passionate about dam safety, environmental protection, and regulatory excellence, this role offers both challenge and impact .

Your new role
As a Senior Dam Engineer, you will be responsible for the below:

• Lead technical reviews of tailings and slimes dam designs, operations, and closure plans.
• Provide authoritative technical advice aligned with ANCOLD guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Conduct site audits and inspections in collaboration with compliance teams.
• Support risk assessments and recovery strategies for dam failure scenarios.
• Collaborate with geotechnical, hydrological, and mining engineering professionals.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and regulatory advice for internal and external stakeholders.

What you'll need to succeed
You are a qualified and experienced engineer with a strong background in dam design and tailings storage facilities. You bring Essential:

• A degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or Mining Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in tailings dam design and construction (not limited to earth or concrete dams).
• Strong understanding of ANCOLD guidelines and risk management frameworks.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A valid Victorian Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel to remote sites (1–2 times per week).
• Must be eligible for Engineers Australia membership or equivalent.

What you'll get in return

• Work on high-impact projects across Victoria’s mining and quarrying sectors.
• Join a team with a wide remit covering mine rehabilitation, water management, and structural safety.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and access to fleet vehicles for site visits.
• Be part of a niche field with strong demand and long-term career potential.
• Initial 5-month contract role and paying between $80 - $115 p/h + super.

What you need to do now
If you're a dam engineering professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or send direct to Alissa.Sara@hays.com.au. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact Alissa Sara at
03 8616 8424 for a confidential discussion on your career.