Program Data and Systems Lead

About us: 

Unitywater operates in one of Australia's most exceptional environments in terms of natural beauty, geographical and demographic breadth. We operate on Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal Country, proudly providing safe and reliable water to customers in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa. We are a water utility serving one of the fastest growing regions in the country. 

We think a pretty good job starts here. 

About the role: 

We're looking for a Program Data and Systems Lead to play a key role in managing and optimising the systems and data that underpin our $1.8 billion Capital Program.

In this role, you'll be the go-to person for ensuring our program management systems and data are accurate, reliable and driving smarter decisions. Working as part of the Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions (SIS) Program Delivery Office and our framework partners, you'll:

• Act as the business system lead for key program management systems – driving improvements, testing changes, and supporting users in transformative, new ways of working.
• Provide hands-on support for program systems, working with T&DS and UW vendors to keep data and processes running smoothly.
• Own and manage program control data sets, ensuring decision makers have accurate and timely insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and partners to map, analyse and improve business processes.
• Develop new reporting tools, analytics and dashboards (including Power BI) to enhance visibility and decision making.
• Maintain clear documentation for systems, processes and updates.
• Champion continuous improvement in how we use systems and data to optimise program outcomes.

This is a role for someone who enjoys blending technical expertise with collaboration and leadership. You'll have the chance to influence how data and systems shape the success of one of Queensland's most significant infrastructure programs, while building strong connections across Unitywater and partner organisations.

About you: 

Our One Unitywater behaviours - Create the Future, Care Together, and Own It – define how we work together at Unitywater. To contribute to this, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role: 

• Proven hands-on experience with business systems, data management and process optimisation.
• Qualification in PRINCE2 MSP project and program management or equivalent; coupled with other relevant industry qualifications.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders to translate business needs into practical system and data solutions.
• Experience developing new functionality using low-code platforms (e.g. Microsoft/ServiceNow).
• Strong knowledge of data provenance, quality management, reporting and dashboarding (including Power BI).
• Experience leading testing, training, change management and adoption of system improvements.
• A collaborative, systems-thinking mindset with the ability to influence culture and optimise processes.

Working at Unitywater:

As a Unitywater team member you will enjoy a range of benefits: 

• Flexibility: We value flexibility and support work-life balance with hybrid and flexible working, purchased annual leave and access to floating public holidays. Tell us what this looks like for you
• Wellbeing: We offer several initiatives to support your wellbeing, such as discounted private health insurance, salary packaging, employee assistance program, and access to retailer discounts and benefits.
• Learning and Development: We offer a range of opportunities to feed your curiosity such as: Walk on Country experience, study assistance, and access to a dedicated learning program and professional memberships.
• Extras: We invite you to join our dedicated employee networks focused on First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTIQ+, CALD, Gender, Life Stage diversity, and Accessibility.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We are committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and fostering a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, where you feel connected, are safe to be yourself and supported to be the best version of yourself.

We strive to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role. Please feel free to share your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. 

If you would like to speak to a team member about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please contact our Inclusion Specialist or Reconciliation Action Plan Advisor

Additional information: 

• We are proud to be recognized as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
• We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and Australian Disability Network.
• We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

How to apply: 

Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up-to-date CV. 

If you're successful we will need you to undergo a few checks….  We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to confirm your right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening. 

Applications close:  COB Tuesday 9 September.

For further information please contact the Careers team at  

Unitywater respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways in which we live, work and operate, the Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal peoples. We honour their enduring connection to these places and their deep cultural, spiritual and environmental knowledge and stewardship over the waterways that sustain us all. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, who hold the wisdom, traditions and stories of their people.