Senior Water Operations Engineer

3 weeks ago


Frankston, Australia South East Water Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer, Water Operations, to join our Service Delivery group at South East Water. As a key member of our team, you will provide technical expertise and engineering support for the timely delivery of asset management plans, associated budgets, and projects. Your primary focus will be on ensuring our organisation is capable of meeting operational, financial, regulatory, and corporate performance goals related to the water and alternative water supply networks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to Water Operations Technicians and contractors responsible for the day-to-day operations of the drinking water and alternate water supply networks.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations related to the operation of the water and alternative water supply networks, and the supply of high-quality safe drinking water to customers.
  • Provide expert specialist engineering advice for the delivery of projects on the water network.
  • Ensure inspections, repairs, and upgrades take place to ensure the reliability and efficiency of plant, equipment, and facilities such as pump stations, storage tanks, floating covers, pressure reducing stations, and monitoring devices.
  • Prepare business cases, purchase orders, and monitor and report on the water network operations budgets.
  • Create, review, and update emergency response and contingency plans to address water network failures or water quality incidents.
  • Analyse data on flow rates, hydraulic capacity, and performance, and other relevant parameters to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement.
  • Build relationships with Melbourne Water, the EPA, Councils, and other Authorities to ensure any impact to the operation of the network with resultant customer disruption is minimised or avoided.
Requirements
  • Experience as a qualified engineer (civil or related) with Registration as a Professional Engineer in Victoria, Australia (CPEng preferred).
  • Relevant experience and technical understanding of the water supply system planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
  • Experience with hydraulic modelling and/or water quality knowledge is desirable.
  • Good conflict resolution abilities while maintaining a customer-focused attitude.
  • Sound, clear, and persuasive written and verbal communication skills.
  • Broad technical knowledge of systems for asset operations, including SCADA, works management systems, asset registers, etc.
  • Proven knowledge of OH&S regulations, including training in 'working in confined/restricted space', 'working at heights', 'install trench support', etc.
  • Knowledge and understanding of risk management.
  • Demonstrated experience building relationships and managing stakeholders.
  • Good project and time management skills.
  • Good strategic and analytical skills used for planning and problem-solving.
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks. You will also have the opportunity to work in a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities. Additionally, you will be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability, recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at careers@southeastwater.com.au.



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