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About us

Australian-owned and operated since 1998, we design, develop and support Australia’s leading modelling and analysis software for stormwater and drainage systems: DRAINS.

Our Mission

Our mission is to develop, deliver and support world-class modelling and analysis software for stormwater and drainage projects, for engineers who seek accurate and reliable results.

Our Values

  • Continuous innovation
  • Exceptional support and service
  • Best-practice and standards-compliant
  • Commitment to quality and accuracy
  • Integrity and honesty
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Meet the Executive Team

We’re a multidisciplinary team based in Australia with 80+ years of combined experience in the water, hydrology and engineering industries. We work with government, businesses and people across Australia and the world.

Benjamin Kus

Dr Benjamin Kus

Chief Executive Officer
B.E. Civil (Hons), Dip. Eng., PhD Eng., MIEAust

Dr Benjamin Kus is an astute and accomplished engineer, business manager, academic and educator, with over 20 years experience in urban development, stormwater design, on-site detention and flood studies.

Dr Ashis Dey

General Manager
BEng (Civil), MEng, PhD (Water), FIEAust

Ashis brings over 30 years of water, hydrology and software experience to Watercom. He has worked in technical, commercial and leadership roles within the public and private sectors, including universities, consultants and government-owned organisations.

Hossein Ansari

Hossein Ansari

Technical Manager & Principal Engineer B.E. Civil, Dip. Eng., MIEAust

Hossein is a Civil Engineer with over 20 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, previously working as a Senior Design Engineer at Sutherland Shire Council and as a Drainage Investigation Engineer at City of Botany Bay Council.