Project Risk SpecialistHybrid

• 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:

This role is part of the Risk Team in Infrastructure Delivery and its purpose is to deliver risk management and risk support services to Systems Planning & Land Acquisition (SPLA), Engineering & Technical Services (ETS) and Infrastructure Delivery (ID) projects including providing risk management strategies support across the project lifecycle.

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.

Your Responsibilities:

• Embed best-practice risk management across infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with organisational frameworks, standards, and systems
• Partner with project teams and stakeholders to identify, assess, and actively manage risks, providing guidance and ensuring a consistent, transparent approach
• Support and facilitate qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, maintaining accurate risk registers and ensuring documentation is current and accessible
• Monitor, report, and escalate risks through regular reviews, dashboards, and monthly reporting, including testing controls and tracking mitigation actions
• Drive continuous improvement and a strong risk-aware culture by supporting initiatives, audits, training, and cross-team collaboration

  To Thrive in This Role, You’ll Bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in risk, business improvement, management systems, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience in risk management or assurance (typically 5+ years), ideally within large, complex or infrastructure-focused organisations
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and manage ambiguity in dynamic environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate effectively at all levels
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while driving practical outcomes

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: Wednesday the 10^th June 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.