Dams Manager

The role of a Dams Specialist is critical to ensuring the safety and performance of our iconic portfolio of dams and headworks assets across our Water and Drainage systems.

This position requires a highly developed understanding and experience in dam safety management and dams engineering, as well as the application of regulatory and industry good practice (ie ANCOLD Guidelines) in the management of dam safety risk.

• Responsibilities include undertaking intermediate and comprehensive dam safety inspections, continuously monitoring and responding to anomalies in dam surveillance data and field reports.
• Provide dam safety subject matter expertise across the business, including on major capital projects and dam safety reviews.
• Carry out assigned Asset Management tasks in line with Asset Management processes and procedures, including but not limited to maintenance strategy determination, condition monitoring of assets, responding to technical queries, root cause analysis, register assets in Maximo.
• Initiate and develop business cases for capital projects in line with Melbourne Water's capital management system.
• Build and maintain positive customer and stakeholder relationships, including providing technical advice to Service Delivery. (Operations and Maintenance) in a collaborative way.

About You:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline with a general understanding of the water and sewerage system.
• Highly developed understanding and experience in dam safety management and dams engineering, as well as the application of regulatory and industry good practice (ie ANCOLD Guidelines) in the management of dam safety risk.
• Experience in risk-based lifecycle management of water industry assets or equivalent industry/infrastructure including condition monitoring of assets.
• Strong interpersonal skills together with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to prioritise and perform complex professional/technical work with general supervision and exercise professional/technical judgement.
• Ability to influence decision making and provide guidance.
• Active engineering registration in a related discipline (i.e. civil/mechanical) relevant to the position is required.

We are looking for a talented individual who can take their dam expertise to the next level and join our dynamic Service Enablement Headworks Team in a full-time, permanent role.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to lead smart, efficient asset management through innovative condition monitoring, strategic maintenance planning, and exciting project development either from a civil or mechanical engineering perspective.

This is your chance to blend technical expertise with big-picture thinking, working alongside talented teams who care deeply about delivering safe, sustainable, and reliable water infrastructure.

We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that encourages our employees to be their authentic selves.

We believe that by embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we can deliver better outcomes for our customers, our employees, and our community.

We are a leading provider of water services in Melbourne, and we are dedicated to protecting every Melburnian's way of life, one drop at a time.

We are committed to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages our employees to make the most of their talents.

We offer a range of benefits and perks that reflect our values and priorities, including flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a focus on work-life balance.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals who share your passion for dam safety management.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of Melburnians and contribute to the protection of our water resources.
• Professional development opportunities and a focus on work-life balance.
• A supportive and inclusive culture that encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If you're passionate about dam safety management and want to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.