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Team Leader, Delivery Practice – Full Time – Applications close: Monday 20th October 2025
Posted Date: 9 Oct 2025
Location: Footscray, AU
Company: Greater Western Water Limited
- $$$Competitive package + mobile phone allowance
- WFH & across the Footscray/ Sunbury office & operational sites.
- Free income protection & life insurance, discounted health insurance & monthly work life balance days!
About Greater Western Water
We’re water… and more.
GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more
Benefits
- We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH.
- Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
- Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave available from commencement
- Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
- Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
- Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
- Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office
- Package from $165,000 includes 12% super plus monthly mobile phone allowance
The opportunity
Join GWW in this new role!
As the Delivery Practice Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of IT Programs and ensuring the Centre of Excellence (CoE) team adhere to Program Management best practices and methodologies.
Day to day you will be overseeing program management, ensuring priority IT programs are on track and the team are aligned to best practice.
Responsibilities
- Govern and manage the IT initiative delivery including delivery of projects and groups of projects across programs.
- Co-ordinate the delivery of features and solutions within the digital product/technology platform teams and adapt to a fit for purpose delivery approach and model.
- Plan, forecast and allocate resources (staff and contractors) to meet and balance demand for enhancement and support IT service delivery.
- Uplift the capability and maturity of the delivery function with the latest contemporary methodologies.
- Lead and manage a team of technology professionals, with a focus on positive employee engagement, creating a culture which drives delivery excellence across waterfall, agile and hybrid delivery models.
Skills & Experience
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Proven experience in running a technology delivery team in a corporate environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable insights.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information technology or related field.
- Certification in ITIL (desirable)
- Certification in PRINCE2 or PMBOK (desirable)
See yourself thrive!
Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.
We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
Don’t delay your application, include your resume, and cover letter (no more than 1 page), shortlisting will commence early!
The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, a national police check, and verification of working rights in Australia.
Applications close: Monday 20, October
Link: Team Leader, Delivery Practice Job Details | Greater Western Water Limited
Team Leader – Asset Management – Full Time – Application Closing at midnight Sunday 19 October 2025
Professional Services Band E: $124,230 – $134,454 per annum plus 12% statutory superannuation.
Location: Negotiable across SRW major offices (Werribee, Mitcham, Maffra)
About Southern Rural Water
Southern Rural Water (SRW) is a Victorian water corporation with nearly 170 staff, managing major dams, weirs, water licencing and more from Mallacoota through to the South Australian border. At SRW, we believe that diversity makes us stronger, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive and contribute to collective success. Through providing a flexible, always safe workplace and promoting employee development, we empower employees to contribute to our strategy of great value for customers and community through excellence in rural water management.
How We Support You
At Southern Rural Water, we recognise and prioritise the wellbeing and fulfillment of our staff members. Here’s what we offer to ensure a balanced and rewarding work experience:
- Embrace flexibility: We support various working arrangements including WFH, 9-day fortnights, tailored work schedule to accommodate for school pick up hours.
- Generous leave provisions: 15 days sick leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave to support you during life’s important moments!
- Health and Wellbeing: Yearly reimbursement of up to $150 per financial year to support you in physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
- Professional development: We support your growth through a range of internal and external training initiatives and offer study assistance programs to empower you to reach your full potential.
- Employee Assistance Program: Receive comprehensive support for yourself and your family through our employee assistance program.
- Salary sacrifice: Salary sacrifice options for vehicles, equipment, and superannuation to enhance your financial benefits.
- See what else we can offer you on our Careers Page!
About the Role
Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and drive excellence in asset management?
Southern Rural Water (SRW) is seeking a Team Leader Asset Management to provide leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction to ensure SRW’s infrastructure is managed in line with best practice and long-term resilience goals.
In this role, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and asset management professionals to develop and implement asset management and asset class plans, renewal models, capital and maintenance budgets, and initiatives that deliver improved customer value. You will play a critical role in shaping our short- and long-term investment strategies, delivering sustainable outcomes that balance financial and environmental sustainability, and maturing asset management practices that are compliant with the Asset Management Accountability Framework.
From concept designs and options analyses through to preliminary business case development, you will guide investment decisions that optimise safety, efficiency, customer value, and system performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence infrastructure outcomes that deliver lasting value to our customers and communities.
As the Team Leader Asset Management, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Lead the development and implementation of plans, reports and tools for various stages of asset lifecycle management.
- Drive improved asset management processes and practices across the organisation, ensuring alignment with ISO 55001 and compliance with the Asset Management Accountability Framework (AMAF).
- Provide technical engineering expertise to lead the development of asset planning activities including problem statements, options analyses, concept designs and preliminary business cases, to inform capital delivery projects/programs of work; completed in a timely manner and to meet business requirements.
- Contribute to sustainable asset solutions that optimise safety, operability, technology, cost, customer outcomes, system performances and risk-reduction.
- Developing financial models for assets (e.g., renewal models, lifecycle cost models) to inform short- and long- term capital and operation planning.
About you
The successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate some of the desired experience and abilities below:
- Qualification: Tertiary qualification in engineering (civil, mechanical, or electrical) or equivalent, with eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia.
- Experience: 6+ years experience in water industry or asset management. Including demonstrated expertise in infrastructure planning, project management, and lifecycle cost modelling.
- Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise in asset management frameworks, with practical experience in regulatory price submissions to the Essential Services Commission. Knowledge of ISO 55001 and the Asset Management Accountability Framework (AMAF) is highly regarded.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify technical information for diverse audiences.
- Leadership capability: experience in coaching, performance management, and building collaborative teams.
How to Apply
Applications should be made online by clicking ‘Apply’ before midnight Sunday 19 October 2025 or by visiting our website: www.srw.com.au
Please take the time to describe how your knowledge, skills and abilities would make you a suitable candidate for this role as part of your cover letter.
A Position Description for this position can be obtained from this link.
Southern Rural Water is committed to diversity and inclusion in employment and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders, gender identities and/or sexual orientations.
Southern Rural Water acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters we work with and within, and pay respects to Elders past and present.
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact: peopleandculture@srw.com.au
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician – Full Time – Applications Close on Sunday 19th October 2025.
Join a winning local organisation with strong values! East Gippsland Water is hiring a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician. Enjoy career growth, great team culture, and contribute to asset-wide strategies. Support recycled water facilities and help shape EGW’s future success.
- Lead with purpose—Senior Mechanical Tech wanted at East Gippsland Water!!
- Local role, lasting impact—join EGW and help shape water solutions!
- Make a difference in water—EGW offers growth, culture, and community impact!
East Gippsland Water provide an essential service to customers across our region, priding ourselves on our workplace culture of collaboration, innovation, authenticity and accountability. If you want to apply your skills and develop a career in a customer-focused industry, we would like to hear from you.
About the role
As an experienced Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician, the employee is responsible for delivering both planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across East Gippsland Water assets, with an initial focus on recycled water treatment facilities. In addition to maintenance delivery, the role includes providing specialised input into the development and optimisation of mechanical maintenance plans and schedules, project scoping and design (aligned with the employee’s skills and expertise), development of maintenance procedures and documentation, and preparation of condition assessment reports.
Initially, the role will concentrate on supporting operational and maintenance activities at recycled water treatment plants within the EGW network. However, it is expected that within 12 months, the position will transition into the central maintenance team, expanding its mechanical maintenance responsibilities across all EGW assets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintenance & Repairs: Coordinate and deliver mechanical maintenance for recycled water treatment facilities, including in-house repairs and contractor management.
- Project Support: Assist with major repairs, minor mechanical renewals, and other assigned projects.
- Planning & Reporting: Develop and optimise maintenance schedules, conduct condition assessments, and produce detailed reports with recommendations.
- Team Collaboration: Share knowledge, mentor staff, and foster a cooperative, inclusive, and positive team culture.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise effectively across EGW, manage meetings and conflict constructively, and represent EGW values.
- Safety & Compliance: Promote and apply health, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring activities align with risk and procurement frameworks.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate documentation of materials, activities, and decisions in EGW’s record management system.
- Customer & Staff Relations: Handle queries sensitively and confidentially, respecting privacy and professionalism.
Benefits of working for East Gippsland Water:
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career opportunities.
- Access exclusive discounts and perks through our Flare employee benefits platform.
- Corporate Gym Membership- allows staff to access reduced rate membership.
- EAP program- Services include but not limited employee counselling, professional development, career and financial coaching and more.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Commitment to sustainability and community impact.
- Access to modern technology and tools to support innovation.
- Inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.
EGW- Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle. We take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community.
Apply now!
Applications should include a resume and covering letter outlining how you can contribute to the team’s success, and outlining your skills and experience against the KEY SELECTION CRITERIA responsibilities of the role.
To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at vacancies@egwater.vic.gov.au or on 03 5150 4444.
Applications close on Sunday 19th October 2025.
East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.
Link: EGW ELMO Cloud HR – Administration – Career – View Job – Senior Mechanical Maintenance
Position Description: Position Description Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician final – Copy.DOCX
Manager – Asset Planning – Full Time – Applications Closing on 12th Oct; 2025
Location: Phillip Island
Date Published: 22nd September 2025
- Key part of the broader Westernport Water Leadership Team
- Diverse Portfolio Across Assets, Planning and Developments
- Phillip Island Office with Flexible Working Arrangements
About Westernport Water
Westernport Water provides drinking water, recycled water, as well as wastewater services to more than 23,000 customers across Phillip Island and the surrounding district. As a trusted regional water corporation, they are committed to safe, sustainable, and reliable services that support community growth and protect our unique environment.
Employing a small yet highly capable team, Westernport Water prides itself on being part of the local community it serves. Their people are motivated by making a real difference for the region, supported by a workplace culture built on safety, respect, diversity, and collaboration. Recognised as a great place to work, the organisation invests in professional development, values work–life balance, and celebrates the contribution of its people. Located less than 90 minutes from Melbourne, Westernport Water offers the rare opportunity to contribute to vital services and infrastructure projects while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Bass Coast region.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager, Assets and Operations, the Manager Asset Planning leads the development and implementation of Westernport Water’s asset strategies and future servicing plans. This senior role oversees strategic planning to ensure water and wastewater assets meet the needs of a growing community and the challenges of a changing climate. The Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team in developing the Water Plan capital works program, managing asset risk and compliance, and providing expert advice on long-term asset investment decisions. The role will prepare reports and present to Board throughout the year and is also accountable for ensuring regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement in asset management systems, and contributing to legacy infrastructure decisions that will shape the region for decades to come.
About You
We are seeking a forward thinking and people-focused leader with proven expertise in asset strategy and planning. You will be a qualified engineer (civil engineering preferred, but not mandatory) with substantial experience in either the water sector, utilities, or related infrastructure environments such as local government or public sector projects. You combine technical capability with strong leadership and interpersonal skills, able to guide and mentor a diverse team while engaging effectively across the organisation and with external stakeholders. You bring curiosity, commercial acumen, and the ability to balance technical excellence with practical decision-making. Above all, you are committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality services that make a tangible difference to our customers and community.
Hazel Executive & Boards is pleased to be partnering with Westernport Water on this Manager Asset Planning search and appointment process. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to Hazel.
Hazel acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. We are committed to fostering equal opportunity and championing diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do. If you require any adjustments in engaging with us or as part of a recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
Download further information via the link to the Briefing Pack or for a confidential discussion, please contact Jarrod McLauchlan, Managing Partner on 0407 808 517 or jarrod.mclauchlan@hazelexecutive.com.au
Applications can be made directly via the Hazel Executive & Boards website – www.hazelexecutive.com.au
Team Leader Portfolio Management – Full Time – Location: Negotiable across SRW major offices – Applications Close Sunday 12 October 2025
Environmental Advisor
Full Time Limited Term (until October 2026)
Professional Services Band C: $93,240 – $102,565 per annum plus 12% statutory superannuation.
Location: Negotiable across SRW major offices in Maffra, Werribee and Mitcham
About Southern Rural Water
Southern Rural Water (SRW) is a Victorian water corporation with nearly 170 staff, managing major dams, weirs, water licencing and more from Mallacoota through to the South Australian border. At SRW, we believe that diversity makes us stronger, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive and contribute to collective success. Through providing a flexible, always safe workplace and promoting employee development, we empower employees to contribute to our strategy of great value for customers and community through excellence in rural water management.
How We Support You
At Southern Rural Water, we recognise and prioritise the wellbeing and fulfillment of our staff members. Here’s what we offer to ensure a balanced and rewarding work experience:
- Embrace flexibility: We support various working arrangements including WFH, 9-day fortnights, tailored work schedule to accommodate for school pick up hours.
- Generous leave provisions: 15 days sick leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave to support you during life’s important moments!
- Professional development: We support your growth through a range of internal and external training initiatives and offer study assistance programs to empower you to reach your full potential.
- Employee Assistance Program: Receive comprehensive support for yourself and your family through our employee assistance program.
- Salary sacrifice: Salary sacrifice options for vehicles, equipment, and superannuation to enhance your financial benefits.
- See what else we can offer you on our Careers Page!
About the Role
Southern Rural Water is seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor for a limited-term appointment to provide guidance on environmental management and climate change strategy. This role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our commitment to environmental sustainability.
The Environmental Advisor will be responsible for delivering advice on environmental and water quality management. The position will oversee SRW’s obligations under the Safe Drinking Water Act 2003 and ensure compliance with the Environmental Protection Act, working to balance regulatory requirements with practical, high quality service delivery.
We are looking for someone with demonstrated knowledge in Environmental Management Systems, a thorough understanding of environmental legislation, and experience in the implementation of effective environmental management strategies. Familiarity with, or experience in, climate change adaptation and mitigation initiatives will be highly regarded.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high performing team and contribute to a diverse range of environmental projects that support sustainable water quality management and climate resilience.
As the Environmental Advisor, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Coordination of SRWs obligations under the Safe Drinking Water Act 2003 including implementing the new obligations under the SDW Regulations 2025.
- Coordination, delivery and continuous improvement of SRW’s Environmental Management System including developing and delivering EMS training programs.
- Assist in the implementation of SRWs climate change adaptation and mitigation plans and initiatives.
- Provision of timely environmental or statutory advice and support to the business, including for strategic, project-based and incident management needs in line with legislation, SRWs EMS and other relevant strategies and objectives
About you
The successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate some of the desired experience and abilities below:
- Degree qualified in Environmental Sciences, natural resource management, or related discipline.
- Sound understanding of environmental management principles and concepts, particularly in relation to sustainable water resource management.
- Understanding of systems designed to identify and manage environmental risks and issues, including Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and the ISO14001 Standard.
- Provide experience in environmental risk assessment, control development and auditing.
- Ability to interpret, advise and provide training on complex matters to an audience with limited understanding of underlying technical principles.
How to Apply
Applications should be made online by clicking ‘Apply’ before midnight Sunday 12 October 2025 or by visiting our website: www.srw.com.au
Please take the time to describe how your knowledge, skills and abilities would make you a suitable candidate for this role as part of your cover letter.
A Position Description for this position can be obtained from this link.
Southern Rural Water is committed to diversity and inclusion in employment and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders, gender identities and/or sexual orientations.
Southern Rural Water acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters we work with and within, and pay respects to Elders past and present.
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact: peopleandculture@srw.com.au
Senior Water Treatment Lead – Full Time – No Application Closing date
Based at Traralgon office
Permanent full-time position
Total remuneration package up to $168,000 (depending on experience) plus on-call
Our organisation
We exist to deliver reliable, high-quality drinking water, wastewater and waste recovery services to ensure the economy and liveability of the central Gippsland region.
We are focused on:
- Maintaining affordable quality water and wastewater services for our customers
- Our sustainable future and future of the region
- Continuing to strengthen the important role we play in our local communities.
There are many benefits in working for us, we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Work variety
- A positive environment
- Work/life balance, with the opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements.
We focus on building the capability and culture of our people into a more highly skilled, professional, customer focused and efficient organisation.
Our reward and recognition framework has been developed to support a constructive culture and is focused on consistently recognising and encouraging the demonstration of our values as well as outstanding performance.
We do truly meaningful work within a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.
The role
We’re seeking a Senior Water Treatment Lead to provide strong leadership and cultivate a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence within our Water Treatment team. In this role, you will drive a commitment to safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance while ensuring operational efficiency and budget oversight. Your expertise will be key in aligning all activities with operational goals, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
What you’ll bring
- A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, science or similar discipline.
- Strong expertise in water treatment, with hands-on experience in water treatment processes.
- Proven ability to manage water treatment infrastructure within safe drinking water regulations.
- Experience in building, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.
- Ability to lead effectively in emergency and high-pressure situations.
- Commitment to safety, public health, and environmental excellence in a risk-based environment.
- Ability to participate in an on-call roster.
Freedom
We offer a variety of flexible arrangements to suit our employees’ varied needs and the business, including purchased leave, varied start and finish times, working from alternative locations and accrued days off. We understand that Gippsland Water and our customers benefit from enabling our employees to achieve balance in work and life.
How to apply
For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Muneeb Sunna, Manager Water Treatment and Quality on 0419 575 588.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Before applying for the position applicants should read the position description and included selection criteria. All applicants need to provide a statement addressing all selection criteria along with a copy of your current resume to be considered for this position.
Please note that if you do not fully address the selection criteria you may be excluded from being shortlisted for further progression in the recruitment process.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and a National Police Check.
Further information: A position description and instructions on how to apply can be obtained from our website www.gippswater.com.au/careers or by contacting Recruitment on 03 5177 4709.
