Head of Engineering

Water Corporation is recognised globally for our performance and innovation to secure water supplies for Western Australia in a changing climate. We’re driven to manage water services sustainably to make WA a great place to live and invest. A role at Water Corporation can unlock the door to ongoing long term career development opportunities; we also support training and development, flexible work arrangements, health and lifestyle programs and generous company benefits. If you share our commitment, then consider Water Corporation as the next step in your career.

About the role

We have a permanent opportunity for an experienced engineering manager to lead our engineering services function at Water Corporation. This role is accountable for the delivery of effective and efficient engineering services supporting a significant asset investment program and our statewide operations. Based in our Leederville office, this role will be reporting to the General Manager - Assets Planning & Delivery.

You'll play a vital role, leading the engineering on transformational programmes for critical infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects in WA.

Water Corporation has been designing and delivering engineering solutions, to service WA, successfully for over 100 years. Building on this heritage the role to develop and incorporate the exciting advances in digital innovation to set the business up for the next 100 years is a key opportunity. You will play a strategic role through the whole asset lifecycle, bringing people together to shape innovative and viable solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing society.

What the role will involve

• Develop and set strategic direction for integrated engineering services to meet the future needs of Water Corporation
• Leading and directing a large multidisciplinary team
• Work closely with our design partners to deliver integrated design solutions
• Bring pioneering innovation, contribute to advances in knowledge and understanding, and provide vision and inspiration to others
• Grow, develop and manage engineering capability within the company
• Actively contribute as a member of Water Corporation’s senior management team to the development and execution of business strategy and business improvement
• Provide overall management and coordination of the engineering function and optimise time, cost and quality performance in achieving required business outcomes

Key skills and experience

You’ll be degree qualified in engineering or a related discipline, preferably chartered with extensive experience and demonstrated achievement in leading engineering services and systems, as well as experience with engineering related change initiatives.

An experienced leader, you’ll have a strong track record in delivering results and committed to developing talent and fostering a positive culture. You will lead teams that are high performing, and customer focused, providing consistent, visible leadership in a collaborative environment, where individuals feel engaged, empowered, and connected to Water Corporation.

You’ll provide influential and esteemed leadership, both internally and externally. This role requires expertise in multi-disciplinary integration and coordination, along with comprehensive knowledge and design experience in water treatment processes. Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience in providing project and operational support, with a focus on delivering risk-based, fit-for-purpose solutions. Skilled in stakeholder management, you’ll bring a collaborative mindset and strong communication abilities to foster successful partnerships. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact while driving innovation and excellence.

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.

Applications close Sunday 18^th May 2025

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

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.

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