Project Manager - Treatment Plant Projects

• An organisation with an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion
• Purpose driven and focused on delivering value to customers, community, and environment.
• Hybrid workplace committed to flexible ways of working

Are you passionate about leading people, ensuring our waterways are protected now and into the future, working in a complex environment and making a positive difference for customers, community, and the natural environment? We're looking for an experienced, purpose driven Treatment Plant Projects, Project Manager to join our team.

About Us
Yarra Valley Water provides essential water and sanitation services to over two million people. We are one of Australia's largest water utilities with more than 30% of Victoria's population relying on us 24/7. We're future focused and continually work to anticipate the changing needs of our customers and stay ahead of evolving community expectations. We're shifting to a regenerative approach in our work to actively contribute to improving the natural environment we all rely on.

The Role

The Treatment PlantProject Manager will contribute to the successful delivery of our program by safely and efficiently delivering projects in accordance with defined standards, time frames and budgets, and ensure projects satisfy customer, environmental, safety and regulatory requirements by managing project interfaces and developing strong contractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Project manage the delivery of Treatment Plant Projects from design through to commissioning, in line with our policies, procedures, business rules, priorities and expected behaviors
• Carry out all work in such a way as to protect their own health and safety and that of their fellow workers, contractors and public
• Develop working relationships with stakeholders to deliver "best for community" outcomes
• Liaise with stakeholders, including members of the public, on project related, sometimes sensitive, issues
• Respond to customer queries about projects located in their area
• Contribute towards the development of project plans, particularly project audit plans
• Review, and provide comment on, the design of assets
• Initiate audit observations and corrective actions
• Provide accurate project status and financial reports
• Liaise with Councils and Government Departments

About you
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering and/or Project Management
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card) would be ideal.
• Demonstrated understanding of Treatment Plants or other water and/or sewage facilities would be desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills in dealing with key stakeholders including senior management, customers, consultants, contractors, regulators and committees.
• Experience in managing all documents, policies and procedures, standards and specifications.
• Experience in developing strategies, analysis, and efficiency improvements.

Why Yarra Valley Water?

• The annual salary, depending on experience, for a full-time position ranges between $98,000 to $114,000 with an additional 11.5% superannuation. For Chartered engineers or those nearing completion of their certification, the salary commences at $119,000 and above
• An inclusive culture, that cares deeply about people and their professional growth
• Flexibility for real. For us, it starts with trust. We're committed to creating a truly hybrid workforce - where our people are empowered to design their days with their teams, around where their work is best done - click to learn more about our hybrid working principles.
• Home office set up allowance of $650
• Laptop and headset provided
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 15 personal leave days per year
• Training and development opportunities

How to apply

Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.
If you want to learn more, please reach out to Rhett Fraser on 03 98721***

Closing date: 4th April 2024

Yarra Valley Water is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are interested in the role and need any help to apply.

This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks