Technical Lead

• EA 15 - 38 Hours
• $157,174.69 + Super

Are you passionate about shaping the future of critical infrastructure projects? Join Sydney Water as a Technical Lead and play a key role in managing our interface with developer led projects, ensuring seamless collaboration and delivery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Technical Lead, you will be responsible for leading relationship management with internal and external stakeholders to identify innovation opportunities that improve work practices across the technical applications of Developer works through clear development and maintenance of policy, process and procedures. Generally, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the high-level business analysis and commentary to inform business improvement initiatives and compliance.
• Ensure the quality of engineering and technical approaches, processes, tools, guidance and advice are appropriate for their purpose.
• Provide expert technical advice to internal and external stakeholders on development and connection processes, complex works, policies and systems.
• Liaise with stakeholders to develop complex technical documentation and translate information into easily consumable customer and business guidance material.
• Support transformational business projects through the provision of expert advice on business process and technical standards.
• Provide leadership with expertise in technical and process aspects of Complex Works projects including Building Plan Approvals and facility assets.

About You

We are looking for a proactive, solutions-driven professional with:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering, in addition to significant industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and drive business improvement initiatives.
• Extensive demonstrated experience translating highly complex technical information into plain English.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, delivery-focused approach in major infrastructure environments.
• Advanced skills in Engineering Analysis.

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities. For any additional questions please reach out to connor.may@sydneywater.com.au – Application closing date is Friday 10th April

Why join us? 

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities.

At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits. 

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: 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. 

Discounted 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 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. 

 As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. 

Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.