We are seeking an experienced leader to manage complex and strategic dam safety projects, driving efficient, customer-focused delivery within our capital investment program

About the Company

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the job:

In this role, you will oversee the successful planning and execution of water and wastewater projects within our Capital Delivery Group, working in close collaboration with our framework partners. You will ensure that all assigned outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinaryprogramandprojectteamstosuccessfullydeliver capitalandcustomeroutcomes, building and maintaining a high performing team culture.
• Translate strategic objectives and lead communication with stakeholders and teams to ensure the successful delivery of project outcomes.
• Identify and support continuous improvements of project and processes that results in benefits to the broader Delivering Capital together team.
• Support a safety performance within the Delivery group, ensuring that WHS is monitored regularly and complying with internal and external, acts and regulations standards.
• Lead and managethe delivery ofwork packagesthat are highly complex due to the number of stakeholders, technical risk or capital value, typically exceeding $100m.
  

About the Person

An ideal candidate will demonstrate proven Project Management experience, ideally across Dams with a key focus on safety.

To be successful in this role, it is necessary to demonstrate exceptional communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, contractor management and strong negotiation skills.

• Demonstrated experience in Project Management across cost, schedule, risk and change management.
• Have a tertiary qualification in Engineering/related degree or significant industry experience.
• Proven experience in managing large, complex or strategic infrastructure projects or programs of work.
• Prior experience leading and supporting a multi-disciplinary team.
• Have the ability to influence with strong negotiation skills.
  

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries or for a copy of the position description, please contact Gregg Forte from the Talent Acquisition team on [email protected]

Applications close on the 19^th of May at 17:00PM

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.