Specialist Technology Sourcing

We’re entering a new chapter for Information Technology at Water Corporation as we deliver bold, future-focussed solutions. With the launch of our new Information and Technology Group Operating Model, we’re transforming how we deliver technology services, making them faster, more responsive, and more aligned with the needs of our business and customers.

As part of this transformation, we’re hiring multiple new positions. These roles are key to shaping a vibrant, forward-thinking Information Technology Group - one that adds real value, delivers better outcomes, and works in smarter, more agile ways. It’s a strategic shift aligned with our organisational strategies, designed to modernise systems, embrace innovation, and create a more flexible, collaborative, and customer-centric IT environment.

If you're equally excited about innovation, transformation, and making a meaningful impact, now is the perfect time to join us.

About the role

We’re looking for a talented Specialist – Technology Sourcing to join our Technology Sourcing and Contract Management team, within the Technology Strategy and Governance Business Unit. This role will be key in driving strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor performance for technology programs and projects across Water Corporation.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, flexible work hours. 9 day fortnights
• An additional 2 well-being days each year
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What the role will involve

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development of sourcing strategies, procurement plans, and bid documentation for IT projects and services.
• Provide expert commercial and contract negotiation support in collaboration with the Legal Services Business Unit.
• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring service delivery, performance monitoring, and compliance with Service Levels and contractual obligations.
• Develop and implement contract management plans, processes, and procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, technology vendors, and consultants to deliver value and support business outcomes.
• Contribute to leadership by mentoring, coaching, and building capability across the team.

Key skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Degree qualification in business, procurement, legal, commercial, or a related discipline, and substantial IT sourcing and vendor management experience.
• Strong background in contract and commercial negotiation, contract management, and procurement within the IT sector.
• Proven experience managing IT vendor performance and delivering sourcing strategies in large, complex organisations.
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and relationship management skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships.
• High initiative, accountability, and a track record of driving results and meeting deadlines.

Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close Friday 31^st October 2025

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.  

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.  

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website