Lead, Data and AI Governance

Overview

Greater Western Water (GWW) is a Victorian government owned water corporation providing essential services to fast-growing communities from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield and Bacchus Marsh. We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and work-from-home options. We offer free onsite parking (subject to availability) and a supportive, inclusive culture with dedicated wellbeing facilities at our Footscray and Sunbury offices.

- Brand new role Flexibility to WFH & the Footscray/Sunbury office
- Free income protection & life insurance, discounted health insurance & monthly work life balance days
- Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave from commencement
- Monthly work life balance day off for full-time staff
- Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
- Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in Footscray and Sunbury offices

The opportunity

In the brand-new role as the Lead, Data & AI Governance within the Data and Security team, you will lead the development and implementation of our inaugural enterprise-wide data and AI governance framework. Day to day you will work across the organisation to connect with key stakeholders, create a practical roadmap, and develop tools and processes to mature Data & AI governance practices. You will liaise with external audits and conduct reviews. If you enjoy establishing secure practices in data and AI governance and want to work for a purpose-driven organisation, apply today

Responsibilities

- Lead the ongoing development of GWW’s inaugural data and AI governance framework, incorporating ethical, legal and effective use of data and AI
- Develop and implement a pragmatic roadmap to improve data and AI governance maturity, aligned with governance objectives, compliance obligations, and relevant legislation
- Lead the implementation of a robust data stewardship and quality program and data lifecycle management practices
- Direct the ongoing refinement of the organisation's data and AI framework, particularly with regard to technology advancements and ethical AI considerations
- Propose and establish data breach response procedures and establish regulatory and compliance reporting

Skills & Experience

- Experience in a similar data and/or AI governance role, managing initiatives related to data quality, AI ethics and compliance with data protection regulations
- Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and implementing data and AI governance frameworks and roadmaps
- Strong communication and influencing skills to achieve best-practice outcomes in data and AI governance compliance
- Understanding of change management to drive positive change in practices and outcomes
- Excellent knowledge of obligations and compliance with State government acts and regulations (Privacy and Data Protection Act, Victorian Protective Data Security Standards, Notifiable Data Breach requirements)

See yourself thrive

Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone thrives. We are supportive, inclusive, and value everyone for who they are and what they bring. We welcome applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required—please discuss any needs with us. If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Don’t delay your application—include your resume and a 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.

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