Performance Analyst

About us:
At Unitywater, we operate in a diverse and inclusive environment where no two days are the same. We provide essential water supply and reliable utilities services to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions that account for 16% of Queensland’s population. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to service our communities with smart and environmentally sustainable practices.
  
About the role:
This permanent full time role as the Performance Analyst is a key role in supporting the delivery of Unitywater’s strategic business objectives as part of the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EMPO). The EPMO provides enterprise level planning, coordination, oversight, governance and assurance services across Unitywater’s portfolios which that enable the delivery of the organisation’s strategic objectives, including water and sewage capital projects, technology projects, business improvement projects, and strategic corporate projects.
  
The position supports the project assurance activities and provides advice to project and program delivery teams.  The position is responsible for supporting the execution of the enterprise portfolio assurance program.  Your main responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and compile status reporting from delivery teams to ensure reporting is submitted in line with defined reporting schedules and quality requirements.
• Develop regular EPMO reports on strategic projects and portfolios to go to the Unitywater Executive Leadership Team and Board.
• Design and develop additional management reports as required, to provide stakeholders with transparency on the progress and health of projects and the portfolio.
• Maintain portfolio level master schedule and reporting dashboards.
• Work with business units and project delivery teams to track subsequent benefits and return on investment.
• Collect and analyse data on project performance, benefits realisation and return on investment.
• Support the production of pipeline data analysis across dependencies, key resource needs and priorities.
• Work across the portfolio to monitor the anticipated delivery outcomes.

About you:
To contribute to Unitywater’s values of Reliability, Safety, Honesty & Integrity, Efficiency, One Team, Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:

• Qualifications at degree or post graduate level in business, information technology, project management or related field.
• Project, Program and/or Portfolio Management Qualifications/Certifications (PRINCE2, MSP, MoP, PMP, AIPM or similar).
• 3+ years project or relevant experience, with experience working in PMO and/or managing projects, budget and financial tracking and issue resolution.
• Demonstrated advanced MS Project scheduling skills (Desirable).
• A quick learner with the ability to work independently, be self-motivated and attentive to details.
• Strong analytics and reporting skills in producing reports, documentation and presentations.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Able to execute good judgement in raising concerns and issues to management.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills with a high standard of written and spoken English.
• High level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, and a sound knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire a sound knowledge, of Unitywater specific information systems.
• Agility to work within a team environment.
• Demonstrate experience in change management and communication processes.

Working at Unitywater:
Unitywater is one of the largest employers in the region, offering continuous investment in training, diverse career paths, health and wellness benefits, flexible work arrangements and a rewarding environment. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports individuals to reach their full potential.
  
Proudly Unitywater:
We know that we are smarter, better, together.  That’s why we are committed to working in a team that includes values the unique contributions of all our people.  Unitywater actively encourages candidates with all abilities and diverse backgrounds to apply.
  
How to apply:  Please apply online with an up to date CV

Applicants will need to demonstrate eligibility and right to work in Australia and successfully complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening.

Applications close: Wednesday 15th December 2022.
  
We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.

Unitywater are a proud member of the Circle Back Initiative and we commit to responding to every application.  
 
For further information or to request the position description for this role, please contact the Careers team at careers@unitywater.comDevelop your career in this globally recognised EPMO, Provide support and advice for project delivery team, Support change management, communications and engagement activities