Integrated Water Planning Lead

4 weeks ago

Frankston, Australia South East Water Full time

Who are we?

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring. 

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced water industry professional to bring their strategic outlook to South East Water, providing leadership for the planning of Integrated Water Management (IWM) initiatives that ready us for future challenges and opportunities.

In this senior role, you’ll be responsible for identifying and delivering IWM projects and programs for more resilient communities and creating a step-change in uptake of IWM practices across the South East Water service region.

Reporting to the Integrated Water Planning Manager, the Integrated Water Planning Lead will have the opportunity to:

  • Identify, develop, manage and deliver IWM projects and programs that harness products from Water Recycling Plants, the South Eastern Outfall and harvested rainwater and stormwater to deliver more resilient, liveable communities
  • Conceive, innovate and implement strategic improvements in South East Water organisational processes, tools and systems to mainstream IWM practices in our business and industry
  • Support our business requirements including leading IWM related aspects of Pricing Submissions and development of infrastructure investment business cases that deliver alternative water
  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with developers, planning authorities, state and local government to advance IWM uptake and implementation
  • Lead and assist preparation of Board papers and Executive level briefings
  • Provide leading technical input and advice on infrastructure planning
  • Represent South East Water in industry technical, research and project working groups

Who are you?

You have significant experience in the water industry with strong knowledge of Integrated Water Management and relate technologies, the urban planning and infrastructure planning processes and the current IWM policy and strategic context,  allowing you to provide strategic and technical leadership across the business.

Your well-developed communication skills place you well to present South East Water’s position clearly, confidently and persuasively, with the ability to convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Excellent program and project management skills partnered with your demonstrated ability to work collaboratively means you can effectively develop and manage frameworks, projects, programs and strategies in partnership with teams across the business.

Your strong technical skills allow you to prepare and review complex business cases and exercise independent professional judgement in recognising and solving problems. You can coordinate and facilitate technical and engagement workshops, write conference articles and present findings to water industry association and events. Proficiency in GIS spatial and data analysis along with advanced spreadsheet and word processing skills will be important in this role.

What's in it for you?

  • A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and leave purchasing. 
  • 15 weeks paid parental leave for all parents and paid super on unpaid parental leave 
  • A range of benefits, including free on-site parking and cultural leave. 
  • A great culture working in collaborative teams with strong work ethics. 
  • Career focused learning and development opportunities. 
  • The opportunity to be part of an organisation committed to environmental initiatives. 
  • Enjoy modern office facilities with panoramic beachfront views. 

We're for everyone

We do meaningful work, but how we do it is just as important. We’re here to help people live well, protect the environment, and keep healthy water and resources accessible and affordable for all.  We know to make a positive difference we need to support our people to be their very best. Flexibility and innovation are at the heart of how we work.  But it’s our people’s collective ambition, authenticity and differences that bring our culture to life. 

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. Everyone brings a unique voice and a refreshing perspective that keeps us innovating. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers. Even though we’re all different, we still share a common goal to deliver healthy water for life.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people with disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace for everyone. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, or to learn more about the role, please contact: careers@southeastwater.com.au

Keen to make an impact?

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Sunday, 13th October 2024.

South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required.

Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.

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