Senior Principal - IWSS Commissioning

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.

About the role

Our Project Management team has a permanent opportunity for an experienced Senior Principal – IWSS Commissioning to lead the development and execution of commissioning strategies for major changes to the configurations of the Integrated Water Supply Scheme (IWSS), necessitated by inclusion of new water sources, changed network assets and changed network requirements. This is a senior leadership role that ensures our infrastructure projects are delivered with operational readiness, technical excellence, and alignment to long-term strategic goals.

What the role will involve

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining the overarching commissioning strategy, process, and master plan for changes to the IWSS
• Providing high-level technical expertise and strategic oversight from project conception through design and construction
• Identifying and mitigating commissioning risks, ensuring proactive resolution of potential issues
• Leading the creation of detailed commissioning plans, protocols, test procedures, and schedules for multiple projects
• Managing commissioning budgets, workforce planning, and resource allocation to meet project objectives
• Directing all pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities, validating system performance against design and regulatory standards
• Fostering a culture of technical excellence through leadership, mentoring, and team development.
• Collaborating extensively with cross-functional teams to integrate commissioning activities and minimise operational impact
• Representing Water Corporation in project meetings, advocating for commissioning best practices

About you

To succeed in this role, you'll have:

• A qualification in engineering or a relevant discipline, along with extensive experience in commissioning large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably within water or utilities
• Strong technical knowledge of commissioning processes and regulatory compliance
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align technical activities with organisational objectives

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as 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 Sunday 25th January 2026

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date

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.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website