Maintenance and Renewals Planning Lead

• Lead development and program management of Maintenance and Renewals plans
• Join a collaborative team striving for high performance
• Competitive remuneration package and range of Sydney Water benefits – read on!

About The Role

This role leads the development and program management of Maintenance and Renewal Plans across Sydney Waters Network Facilities assets, ensuring we deliver the optimal balance of performance, cost, and risk.

• Lead end‑to‑end maintenance and renewal work planning, integrating bottom‑up builds into annual and multi‑year (2–5 year) programs aligned with budgeting and governance processes.
• Coordinate financial and planning alignment by linking work programs to the budget cycle, partnering closely with finance for accurate reporting, and supporting IPART‑related budget submissions.
• Manage and govern maintenance and renewal programs, ensuring quality, compliance, performance reporting (including KPIs, financials and benefits realisation), and continuous improvement across delivery and remediation activities.
• Monitor program execution, supporting prioritisation, business case development, project approvals, tracking progress, addressing risks and interdependencies, and running program/project reviews to ensure consistent, high‑quality delivery.

About You:

In addition to a degree (or equivalent) qualification in an Engineering or Business discipline and ideally some experience with project management methodology (PMBOK, PRINCE2 etc) and / or continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. You will also have:

• Experience in the development and management of maintenance and renewals programs
• Experience in maintenance and renewals program management in a similar role / large organisation
• Proven, successful stakeholder management in a large complex organisation
• Developed report writing and communication skills

 Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: Wednesday 11^th Feb at 11.59AEST

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact TA Partner marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.  

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.

Working at Sydney Water

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations 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.