Administration Business Unit Coordinator

We’re entering an exciting new chapter at Water Corporation with the launch of our new Strategy and Transformation Group. This marks a significant step change in how with plan and deliver services, aligning today’s decisions with the needs of our future business, to benefit our customers and communities, and help Western Australia thrive.

As part of this transformation, we’re recruiting for multiple new roles that offer a rare opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment. These roles will play a critical part in translating strategic intent into clear priorities and coordinated action, driving real, meaningful change across the business and securing WA’s water future. 

We’re seeking talented people to support this strategic shift by bringing long-term direction, enterprise planning, operating model design, organisational change management and portfolio management into one connected, enterprise-wide system focused on delivering our Corporate Plan priorities. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, transformation and making a genuine impact across the state, there’s never been a better time to join us.

About the role:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Business Unit Coordinator to provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Heads Of Business Units and the broader Strategy & Transformation team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Group and Business Units by coordinating administrative processes and acting as a key liaison across internal and external stakeholders.

You will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your initiative, discretion, and ability to manage competing priorities will be highly valued. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, leadership, and making a tangible impact.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home or negotiate flexible work hours.
• 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 or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave.

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What the role will involve:

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the Strategy and Transformation Group Lead Team, including diary management, correspondence, meeting coordination, and support the preparation of Committee and internal briefing papers/presentation.
• Guide and influence the administration function and ensure knowledge sharing of Corporate and Group requirements is communicated accordingly.
• Liaise and coordinate information with external and internal key Business Unit stakeholders and committees as required.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, reporting, and documentation standards.
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Drive continuous improvement in administrative processes and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

Key skills and experience:

• Substantial support and administrative experience in a similar role within a large state-wide multifunctional organisation.
• Sound knowledge of the procedures and protocols for Board, Executive and other Committee Meeting Papers.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with document and records management systems (e.g., SharePoint).
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and sound judgment.

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 Wednesday 27^th May 2026

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 during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, 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