Head of Commercial Development

Working for Water Corporation means you'll be part of an essential workforce on a very important mission - to secure Western Australia’s most precious resource in the face of climate change. Water Corporation is the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation to homes, businesses, and farms. We manage a large and diverse $48 billion asset base that extends across Western Australia. Our long-standing commitment to sustainable water services makes 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

About the role:

We have a permanent opportunity for a visionary and commercially astute leader to join our Customer and Community Group as the Head of Commercial Development. Based in Leederville and reporting to the General Manager Customer and Community, this pivotal role will lead high-impact commercial transactions and strategic partnerships that support state development and infrastructure investment.

What the role will involve:

• Translate corporate strategy into actionable plans that deliver value for customers, community, and stakeholders.
• Lead complex commercial projects from due diligence through to execution, ensuring alignment with government policy, risk appetite, and long-term value.
• Drive innovation in commercial development, leveraging industry trends and external funding to unlock new opportunities.
• Build and lead a centre of expertise in commercial governance, negotiation, and strategic customer frameworks.
• Cultivate high-level relationships with government, industry, and internal stakeholders to influence outcomes and shape policy.

Your skills and experience:

You will have proven extensive experience in commercial analysis, strategic negotiations, and infrastructure development within complex stakeholder environments. Your strong understanding and experience with water-related infrastructure and regulatory frameworks will play an important part in this role.

As an excellent communicator, you will have extensive stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior teams, executive, board, and ministerial stakeholders. You’ll provide influential and strategic leadership, both internally and externally. Your collaborative, future-focused mindset with a passion for delivering public value will pave your route to success in this role.

 This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the commercial future of a vital public utility. You’ll work with a high-performing team, influence state-wide development, and contribute to a sustainable future for our communities 

Ready to thrive as you shape WA’s water future? 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 24th June 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.

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