Associate Technical Consultant Water Scientist

About Worley

Worley is a global company specializing in energy, chemicals, and resources, headquartered in Australia. The company partners with customers to deliver projects and create value across asset lifecycles, offering consulting, engineering, procurement, and construction services. Worley supports customers in navigating complexity and transitioning to sustainable solutions through extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery.

The Role of Associate Hydrologist

Worley is seeking an experienced Associate Hydrologist to join its Water Solutions team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time senior role involves technical leadership, project delivery, client engagement, and business development. The Associate Hydrologist will provide technical oversight for complex hydrology and water management projects and support the growth of Worley's Water Solutions capabilities across EMEA. The role requires 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex hydrological, flood risk, and drainage studies.
• Provide technical direction on water resources, climate resilience, and integrated water management projects.
• Review and assure hydrological and hydraulic modeling outputs.
• Undertake independent technical reviews and provide quality assurance for major project deliverables.
• Support the development of innovative and sustainable water management solutions.
• Provide specialist advice throughout feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design, construction, and operational phases.
• Manage major multidisciplinary projects and programs, directing resources, budgets, schedules, and risk management activities.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and commercially successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineering, environmental, and advisory teams to develop integrated solutions.
• Support project governance, controls, contract management, and commercial performance.

Client Engagement and Business Development

• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Support strategic account management and identify repeat and new business opportunities.
• Lead or contribute to technical and commercial proposals, scopes, and estimates.
• Identify emerging client needs and support the development of new service offerings.
• Represent Worley at client meetings, workshops, and relevant industry events.

Team Leadership and Development

• Mentor Senior Consultants, Consultants, and Graduates.
• Support recruitment, retention, succession planning, and capability development.
• Promote technical excellence through regional and global technical networks.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, safety, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment and Culture

Worley is committed to a values-inspired culture that promotes belonging, connection, and innovation. The company focuses on building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where individuals feel empowered and heard. Worley supports the reskilling and transition of its workforce to develop expertise in low-carbon energy infrastructure and technology.