Senior Change Lead - PXP

About us 

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

About the role

The purpose of this role is to develop and implement change management plans for business change initiatives to drive faster employee adoption and greater utilisation and proficiency of the changes to ensure business, schedule and budget objectives are met. This role supports and advises project managers, communications and human resource practitioners and business leaders in change management approaches as well as coaching business leaders in leading their teams through significant transitions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provide change coaching and support to people leaders and key stakeholders within the business to facilitate the successful implementation of business change initiatives.

Develop and execute change management plans to maximise employee adoption of the future state and minimise change resistance.

Who are we looking for?

Track record of successfully navigating complex change environments.

Strong ability to effectively manage scope and stay focused on the key priorities for this program, as it’s critical to avoid taking on too much.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills to effectively collaborate and build trust with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, technical teams, field workers, and end users.

Proven experience leading change initiatives within large organisations or projects.

Experience in working with unions.

 Tertiary qualification in Change Management or Business-related discipline.

Highly experienced in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data examples include:

Identifying and prioritising impacted stakeholders

Change and data analysis - stakeholder assessments (understanding what their needs are and how to engage them), impact analysis.

Ability to conduct Training needs analysis.

Design, Planning and delivery of fit for purpose change plans.

Specific Technical Skills:

Advanced capabilities with Excel, PowerPoint and other change related software

Basic- Intermediate Project Management skills

Specific soft Skills:

Good time management and prioritisation skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Sound business acumen.

Ability to influence and manage 'difficult stakeholders’.

Balance of IQ and EQ - confident but humble, respectful, heightened levels of empathy for those affected by change.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 
•  Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing date: 30^th April 2025

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact sunil.nagarajan@sydneywater.com.au

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

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