Engineering Team Manager

• An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Water’s Capital Works Programme, which is a $34 Billion Infrastructure upgrade project
• Permanent role with generous salary package + benefits on offer
• Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future

At Sydney Water we’re seek an Engineering Team Manager to provide functional leadership to our diverse team of up to 15 engineering experts.

You’ll ensure we meet our obligations with optimal cost, risk, and performance outcomes across the asset lifecycle, including creation, maintenance, and renewals. You will drive innovation while balancing technical capability with cost, risk, and performance objectives to achieve outstanding results for Sydney Water.

Your day-to-day will include:

Technical Leadership: Lead the application of core engineering expertise across design, construction, and maintenance to achieve asset value chain outcomes within time, cost, and performance parameters.

Compliance Management: Direct and control activities to ensure compliance with statutory engineering requirements for relevant asset classes.

Decision Making: Use expert knowledge to balance cost, risk, and outcomes, achieving efficient and sustainable engineering solutions.

Stakeholder Management: Address stakeholder expectations and differentiate needs from wants, using technical expertise and communication skills to negotiate and influence positive outcomes.

Continuous Improvement: Identify and lead opportunities for engineering process improvements and drive innovation for Sydney Water.

Asset Management Contribution: Support enhancements to the Asset Management System and ensure engineering assurance across Sydney Water.

Outcome Delivery: Drive technically and commercially acceptable outcomes for capital delivery and asset maintenance.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering (Washington Accord/Engineers Australia recognized) with 10+ years in water or related industry.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and project delivery.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical report writing skills.
• Experience in managing high/medium risk projects and staying current with technological advancements.
• Proficient in engineering principles, regulatory requirements, and relevant legislation (e.g., Sydney Water Act, EP&A Act).
• Intermediate skills in facilitating meetings and workshops.
• Effective stakeholder negotiation and risk management skills. 

Dive into Our Great Benefits! 

Competitive Compensation: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Subsidised Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.  

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing Date: 11.59pm Monday 23rd December 2024

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

Working at Sydney Water  

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.  

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