Project Risk LeadHybrid

·      Contribute to delivering multibillion-dollar water infrastructure programs, offering long-term involvement in complex, large-scale projects.

·      Join a leading client organisation which is one of Australia’s largest deliverers of major infrastructure projects, shaping transformative water solutions.

·      Work on world-class projects right here in Sydney, no airmiles required! Enjoy the flexibility of working hours to suit your needs.

Who we are:

Sydney Water is undertaking a 10-year multibillion dollar Infrastructure program to renew, expand & build infrastructure to support a more sustainable, resilient, and efficient water network for Sydney’s growing population. We provide safe drinking, recycled, wastewater, and stormwater services with a focus on reliability, affordability, and environmental sustainability. As a state-owned corporation, we prioritize customers and communities.

About This Role:

The purpose of the position is to deliver risk management services to Systems Planning and Infrastructure Delivery projects including implementing risk management strategies and systems to manage risk across the project lifecycle, and to provide risk management advice and assurance.

Extensive experience in risk management for major construction and infrastructure projects is essential. Candidates with experience limited to IT, finance, or banking will NOT meet the role criteria.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Lead and embed best-practice project risk management aligned to organisational frameworks, ensuring consistent application across planning and delivery teams

·      Drive risk identification, assessment and mitigation (qualitative and quantitative) to support informed, unbiased decision-making

·      Manage project contingency (time and cost), including establishment, tracking and integration with early warnings and project controls

·      Provide expert risk leadership, coaching and training to risk specialists and project teams, promoting a strong risk-aware culture.

·      Oversee risk governance and reporting, including risk registers, audits, dashboards and stakeholder engagement to ensure accurate, timely insights and compliance

To Thrive in This Role, You’ll Bring:

·      Relevant tertiary qualifications and professional certifications in risk management and assurance, with strong alignment to recognised industry bodies.

·      Proven experience applying project risk management frameworks in large, complex organisations, ideally within infrastructure or major projects

·      Strong analytical, problem-solving and research capability, including experience assessing and managing complex and ambiguous risks

·      Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, supported by excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·      Demonstrated capability to operate in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic thinking with practical delivery, while maintaining sound judgement and handling sensitive information

Essential Requirements:  

·       Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.  

·       You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. 

Please see the job profile for the role’s full accountabilities 

Dive into Our Great Benefits!  

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• 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. 
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire
• Employee Networks: We proudly offer and support Employee Led networks, such as Women of Water, Pride, First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Closing Date: Monday the 31^st May at 11:59 PM AEST

We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. Please contact deirbhile.neary@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.

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.  

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.