Water Management Strategist
4 weeks ago
About SA Water
We are a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. Our team of over 1,700 people operates more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to over 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 over 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 Role
The Water Management Strategist will lead the development and delivery of integrated water management strategies across South Australia, managing collaborative decision-making processes with both internal and external partners. This role is key to translating strategic insights, policies, and recommendations into actionable plans that meet stakeholder needs. As integrated water management involves shared responsibilities across agencies, the Strategist will guide the sector toward an aligned, collective direction.
About the Person
We are seeking a strategic thinker to develop and implement frameworks that support integrated water management strategies. You will design and execute a cohesive strategic approach that aligns with concurrent programs, communicating and influencing effectively to foster understanding of adaptive planning and investment readiness. Your ability to lead consultation programs, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive high-performing teams will ensure the delivery of collaborative and integrated outcomes.
About Science and Strategy
The Science and Strategy group employs scientific approaches to address present and upcoming challenges. They execute a strategy driven by customer preferences to elevate the SA Water brand and position us for future success.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of integrated water management strategies for South Australia, preparing strategic papers and senior-level briefings to guide decision-making.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, leading consultation programs and ensuring collaborative decision-making across internal teams and external partners.
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation programs for strategy implementation, ensuring region-specific approaches and providing annual updates to stakeholders.
- Support the creation of strategic frameworks and pathways for water security, integrating input from communities, Traditional Owners, and key partners.
Your Success in this Role
- Relevant qualifications in strategy, science, engineering, or related fields with knowledge of technical, regulatory, and policy requirements.
- Strong understanding of South Australia's water sector, water resource management, and strategic planning.
- Proven strategic, analytical, and organisational skills to manage complex issues across multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and engage senior leaders.
- Ability to make strategic recommendations based on data analysis and research.
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