Senior Research Development Leader

We are seeking a highly experienced Research Manager to lead and support the end-to-end delivery of research projects across our organisation. This leadership role will support and enable the development of research projects that deliver outcomes in areas such as environmental protection, water quality, resource recovery, circular economy, carbon net zero, and asset management.

The successful candidate will champion the integration of research into practice, ensuring that insights are translated into real world solutions. You will lead a small, agile team within the research function, enabling and supporting research projects across the business.

About the Role:

• Research Management: Support the end-to-end delivery of research projects and programs, including problem identification, project design and scoping, governance and reporting, stakeholder management, and implementation.
• Project and Program Leadership: Manage the full lifecycle of research initiatives, from challenge identification to design, implementation, deployment, and stakeholder management.
• Project Management: Enable and oversee project scope, timelines, quality, cost, resources, and risk. Ensure projects stay on track, escalate when necessary, and deliver measurable results.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs), such as deliverables, timelines, budget, return on investment, issues, and risk mitigation. Provide regular updates via dashboards and reports.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Identify, manage, and communicate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Procurement and Tendering: Lead competitive procurement processes and manage project requisitions to support project goals.
• Collaboration and Integration: Work closely with internal teams to enable robust research outcomes and promote their integration into existing operations.
• External Partnerships: Manage partnerships with external collaborators, including universities, government agencies, and industry experts. Leverage research investments to explore funding opportunities.
• Commercialisation and IP: Identify and advocate for opportunities to commercialise research and innovation outcomes, contributing to organisational growth and success. Ensure appropriate management and protection of IP.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in relevant field such as science, environment, engineering, technology, innovation management, business or commercialisation or other related fields.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in research proposal development, research management or R&D leadership roles.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical challenges into structured research or innovation programs.
• Technical expertise in research and development, technology, and innovation, with the ability to guide technical direction and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to translate research outcomes into business-as-usual practices, ensuring operational integration and value realisation.
• Experience in intellectual property management and/or technology commercialisation is desirable, with the ability to identify and advocate for opportunities that support the organisation.
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including academic, government and industry partners.

Benefits:

• Meaningful Work: Work on projects that make a tangible impact on communities, shape the future of Infrastructure in NSW.
• Competitive Remuneration: Your skills and contributions will be valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Balance remote work and office collaboration, supporting productivity and well-being.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Invested in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage.
• Family First: Prioritise family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport: Achieve physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport.
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with novated lease options.

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Please note part of the application process includes background checks which may include a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.