AddressAre you the dynamic individual we are searching for? Are you relationship and outcome focused, goal orientated, driven by excellence, have a positive attitude and desire to learn, do you value personal development?
We are seeking a Principal Water Quality Consultant / Group Lead Contracts to join our vibrant Team of 'A Players'. This leadership opportunity will report directly into the Operations Director and be responsible for leading and co-ordinating a team of water professionals to ensure the highest level of service delivery is provided to our water industry partners. The successful candidate will ideally be based in the Perth Metro / Peel Region but for the right applicant options for remote work from other parts of Australia will be available. The role is ideally suited to an individual seeking the opportunity to develop their career within the water industry by supporting clients to navigate their water risk management journey.
Key Skills:
- Demonstrated leadership experience in high performing team/s
- Applicable degree in Science and/or Engineering with appropriate work experience
- At least 10 yrs experience in Water Risk Management / Consulting, Water Utilities or related field
- Interest and passion for water and/or public health
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication style with a desire to develop personally and professionally
- Proven resourcefulness and problem solving abilities
- Proven project and or contract management and partner management acumen
- Experience with consultative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work alone and as well as part of a Team
- Exemplary proficiency in excel and Microsoft Office Suite and database use and management
- Excellent time management, proven ability to prioritise and the ability to multi-task
- Sound administrative and self-management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines and resolve challenges quickly and professionally
- Mine site experience (desirable)
- Healthcare experience (desirable)
- Audit experience (desirable)
- Business development skills and experience (desirable)
- Australian driver's license.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting contract partners to navigate their water risk management journey to ensure compliance with regulations and to manage water related risks effectively
- Co-ordinate and where required execute contract-based work packs such as:
- Site Inspections (Technical Assessments and/or Risk Assessment)
- Water quality investigations, results management and reporting
- Water quality event/incident management
- Implementation Plan progress
- Risk based multi criteria analysis and/or options assessment
- Capital and operational budget planning
- Prioritisation of operational & maintenance tasks to meet Water Quality objectives.
- Lead strategic development of water partner relationships in key regions of Australia, Singapore and New Zealand
- Oversee all operational aspects of the Contracts department.
- Ensure financial performance and budget adherence within the Contracts Department
- Provide regular performance reporting and drive continuous improvement initiatives (internal & external)
- Delivery of expected milestones, subcontractor management and delivery of concise, accurate and timely written and verbal reports to internal and external stakeholders
- Input into technical positions within the business
- Management and growth of internal and external stakeholder relationships including regulators
- Ensuring implementation and adherence to client and internal procedures and work instructions
- Understand and utilise Water Quality compliance software and other innovative tools to continually improve partner experience and internal simplicity.
What We Offer:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Flexible working from home arrangements
- Our EPD (Employee Paid Personal Development Day) Program
Submission Process
If you are a values driven person who is passionate about making a difference, personal growth and a sustainable work life balance please get in touch. The position will be filled as soon as we find a suitable candidate. Salary package to be based on individual candidates.
We look forward to receiving your resume and cover letter.
