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A globally connected workforce of specialists, operating out of more
than 40 countries

From the early pioneers on the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, to our leaders and innovators of today, our people make us who we are.

We align specialist expertise to deliver effective, practical and sustainable outcomes

Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect you with the best teams and capabilities to deliver highly innovative and sustainable solutions.

We're committed to positively impact the individuals and communities we work with

As an organisation we are continually evaluating ways we can better provide a safe, flexible, inclusive and respectful workplace for our people and clients.

Join an inclusive workplace rich in diverse thinking

People are at the heart of our organisation, we strive to create a flexible, diverse and inclusive environment that enables our people to thrive to their fullest potential.

Explore career opportunities
Asia
Azerbaijan Bangladesh Bhutan Brunei Cambodia China Georgia Hong Kong India Indonesia Kazakhstan Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Macau Malaysia Mongolia Myanmar Nepal Pakistan Philippines Qatar Singapore Sri Lanka Tajikistan Timor-Leste Emirates Uzbekistan Vietnam
Africa
Angola Botswana Ethiopia Ghana Kenya Lesotho Liberia Madagascar Malawi Mauritius Morocco Mozambique Namibia Nigeria Rwanda Seychelles Sierra Leone South Africa South Sudan Swaziland Tanzania Uganda Zambia Zimbabwe
Australasia
Australia Fiji Kiribati New Zealand Papua New Guinea Samoa Solomon Islands Tonga Vanuatu
South America
Chile
SPA ENG
North America Mexico
Global

Harmonised design that works in balance with the environment

SMEC has delivered climate resilient irrigation schemes, at a national scale, in some of the remotest parts of the world. Across our global network we apply international best practice to plan and control safe and secure water supply.

Our expertise

We assess climatic and geological conditions to ensure irrigation solutions work in balance with existing ecosystems and the environment. Through meticulous assessment of interfacing surface and groundwater sources we design durable water supply systems that maintain water quality and enhance productivity.

 

SMEC specialises in the design and implementation of best practice irrigation systems of all sizes, using proven and innovative methods to plan, size, optimise, control and prepare detailed designs of pump stations, large and small storage dams, pipe networks and open channel irrigation systems.

 

Our team has delivered national scale irrigation projects in developed and developing countries – rehabilitating existing systems, developing new infrastructure, and integrating irrigation opportunities into multipurpose renewable energy schemes.

Specialist capabilities

SMEC’s capabilities in irrigation have been refined through research and development conducted in direct association with water and irrigation authorities and utility providers. Our specialist capabilities include:

  • Automation
  • Crop water and irrigation demand studies
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic studies
  • Irrigation and drainage infrastructure investigation and design
  • Irrigation infrastructure master planning and policy framework development
  • Irrigation infrastructure modernisation
  • Water Balance studies and water savings investigations
  • Water quality analysis and planning
  • Water use efficiency and productivity analysis
  • WRMIS, GIS modelling and decision support systems

Project
experience

Related Solutions
Environment & Social Impact Assessment Urban Design Sustainability Master Planning
 
Geotechnical Investigations Survey Planning
Related Markets
Water Supply Dams Stormwater Management Wastewater Management Water Resources

Ready
to
connect?

Talk to one of our global specialists about our Irrigation & Agriculture capability.