Seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead onboarding activities for an Operations & Maintenance Contract with South Gippsland Water and develop long-term water and wastewater management strategies for Tidal River in collaboration with key stakeholders.

Position Details

• Strategic Leadership - Strategic analysis and business design to create effective contractual service delivery arrangements between Parks Victoria and South Gippsland Water
• Collaborate with Senior Stakeholders - Work closely with leaders and consultants to prioritize key infrastructure needs.
• Drive High-Impact Projects - Oversee statewide asset compliance, third-party activities, and life-cycle planning.

About the role

The purpose of this position is to close service gaps, manage and coordinate onboarding activity for an Operations & Maintenance (OM) Contract with South Gippsland Water, and deliver foundation planning and assessments to inform the long-term operational management strategy for water and wastewater at Tidal River in collaboration with South Gippsland Water.

The purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate onboarding activity for an Operating & Management Contract with South Gippsland Water and deliver foundation planning and assessments to inform the long-term operational management strategy for water and wastewater at Tidal river in collaboration with South Gippsland Water.

The Project Manager is required to perform a variety of tasks and work in all phases of a project, from the beginning stages to completion under limited direction. The Project Manager must have a sound understanding of project management and of the goals and priorities of the work. The position reports directly to the Senior Manager Asset Management but may take direction from the Project Sponsor, and/or the Project Control Group depending on the specific project complexity/focus and requirements.

If you would like to find out more about this position, please refer to the attached position description.

We're looking for someone with:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering is highly desirable
• Experience working in a water agency, on Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, or underground piping projects
• Can demonstrate extensive experience working in either the water or wastewater industry
• Demonstrated, extensive experience in business analysis and design in public and/or private sector environments
• Advanced project management skills
• Advanced stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of public sector governance requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Regular and unplanned travel to Tidal River will be required as part of this role

How to apply

Please submit:

• A Current Resume
• A Cover Letter

Parks Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a commitment to merit, equity and diversity in the workplace.

Application Closing date: Sunday 15 December 2024

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Andrew on 8427 3442 or apply online!

Organisational Commitments

Only people with Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency may apply for this position.

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

Parks Victoria requires all prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender, that brings out our best, values everyone's contribution and works