Manager Planning and Design

Do you want to join an industry leading business and lead the development and implementation of short to long-term infrastructure capital works programs that redefines networked irrigation?

We are looking for a Planning and Design Manager to join the Asset Performance and Delivery team at this exciting time. This role will play a pivotal role in the businesses by providing engineering leadership in our ongoing capital upgrades, modernisation and water-savings initiatives.

About the role

The Planning and Design Manager will lead the development of engineering designs, assess new works applications and ensure the effective development and transition of capital works projects to the Project Delivery team. The position is integral in planning and leading the development and implementation of MI's short to long-term infrastructure capital works program.

About us

Murrumbidgee Irrigation (MI) is one of the largest private irrigation companies in Australia serving over 3,000 customers within an area of 378,000+ hectares. The water delivery and drainage services we provide have helped create a diverse and highly productive agricultural region known as the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA). The MIA is one of the most diverse and productive regions in Australia, forming part of the Murray-Darling Basin. The MIA is home to over 50,000 people with most jobs tied inextricably to the water we supply to farms and industry. We are a dynamic and innovative regional company that employs approximately 160 people.

We've been around for over 100 years, but our job is simple - to deliver water in the best way possible.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering and accreditation with Engineers' Australia
• Extensive experience in engineering design and water infrastructure master planning
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex issues to a diverse audience and achieve buy-in
• Demonstrated ability to display values led and performance enabling leadership, engage in positive communication, accountability & connection.
• High levels of data literacy with a demonstrated ability to perform advanced data analytics, complex fault finding/investigations and implementing performance KPIs
• Current 'C' class motor vehicle license
• Live in or be willing to relocate to the Griffith Area (or its surrounds).
• A 'can do' attitude focused on delivering outcomes
• Commitment to a strong safety and values culture and a preparedness to 'walk the talk'.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive and competitive remuneration.
• The opportunity to work on industry redefining initiatives that leverage MI's fully automated irrigation network to sustainably underpin levels of service for our customers now and into the future.
• Excellent work-life balance with the opportunity to secure additional annual leave.
• Access to a range of MI Benefits including salary sacrificing, paid parental leave, annual skin checks and flu shots.
• A proactive and inclusive work culture with a focus on safety – 'nobody gets injured on my watch'.
• Values based workforce – Clarity, Connection, Vulnerability, Improvement
• Country living at its best with fresh air, cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants, thriving community all in a beautiful place (see for more info)
• Health and wellness programs, employee assistance program, company paid parental leave

If you want to help the team redefine network irrigation and are ready to take on the challenge, APPLY NOW

How to apply

Please complete the online Application for Employment, and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (listed in the advertisement as Requirements) - please include details and any evidence of relevant work experience and qualifications (at least one paragraph for each dot point)
• CV / Resume

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