AddressProject Manager Wastewater Treatment Plant Strategy (201438)
Common Law Contract Full Time (up to 5 years)
Salary Negotiable
A special place
At Redland City Council, you can help improve lives, while shaping your career in a truly special place. Situated on the stunning Redlands Coast, our team is creating an enriched, sustainable future for Redland City.
Here, every role matters … Together, we’re focused on serving our community. Join us so together we can improve the Redlands for today and tomorrow.
Your opportunity
The Project Manager Wastewater Treatment Plant Strategy will work independently to lead and oversee the planning, procurement, design, and construction of upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plants on Redlands Coast. This role focuses on successfully completing strategic planning, negotiating with environmental regulators, and obtaining necessary approvals for the proposed upgrades. The Project Manager will take a holistic view of the program, ensuring that all projects are professionally managed and coordinated in alignment with the organisation’s defined priorities.
Guided by our Values, you will:
- Oversee a collaborative decision-making process with the Water and Wastewater Management Committee for the Redlands Coast Wastewater Treatment Plant Adaptive Planning Pathway Plan.
- Develop, implement, and monitor risk management, procurement, resource allocation, and communication strategies to effectively engage and manage project stakeholders and their expectations.
- Manage the creation of an integrated program plan, including a detailed execution roadmap outlining short, medium, and long-term actions tied to key milestones.
- Communicate with and manage project stakeholders, overseeing the standards and deliverables of project consultants and contractors.
What you’ll bring
First and foremost, you’ll need to live and breathe our Values, as they are fundamental to the way we go about our work and the relationships we build.
We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:
- Has strong leadership and management skills with extensive experience in planning, designing, and delivering Wastewater Treatment Plants in a regulated environment.
- Can work independently and as a team leader, meeting strict deadlines on infrastructure projects with demonstrated effectiveness in managing external contractors and teams of consultants within time and budget constraints.
- Has exceptional problem-solving and research/analytical skills, with the ability to obtain, interpret, and communicate complex technical information and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Can use their outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, to achieve optimal outcomes.
Why join us
We asked our people why they choose to work at Redland City Council. They say it’s about two things: feeling connected to the Redlands Coast as a truly special place and the incredible career and development opportunities at Council.
Here, you can:
- Improve lives, for today and tomorrow. You will make an impact in our organisation by providing expert project management to deliver the upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plants on Redlands Coast.
- Achieve, for the community and your career. We’ll support you every step of the way and you will have a huge impact on the work we do.
- Experience variety, and grow as a result. Upskill, try new roles and broaden your horizons. Council is an amazing place to grow and diversify professionally.
- Find the right balance to bring the best you. We offer attractive benefits, ongoing support and flexible working arrangements.
Eligibility
- You'll hold a current 'C' class Driver's Licence.
- You'll have relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project / Program Management or a related relevant field and significant professional experience at a senior level.
- Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Ready to join us
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (201438) can be obtained by contacting Bradley Salton on (07) 3829 8***. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 23/06/2024.
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
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