System and Asset Lead

System & Asset Lead – Water Treatment

About the role

Reporting to the Water Systems Performance Manager, the System and Asset Lead - Water Treatment will ensure the service and asset value chain is aligned, and its components fit for purpose across the Water Treatment portfolio, so that current and future infrastructure delivers on regulatory requirements, customer and strategic outcomes, balancing performance, risk and cost.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify asset class issues, and trends and gaps across water systems, providing insights and implementing action plans to mitigate risks.
• Manage dynamic system performance (product, service, asset), applying Performance, Cost, Risk approach, making decisions about trade-offs that are material to performance when required.
• Develop and implement product portfolio asset class artefacts that support system performance requirements and monitor their execution and effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively across Sydney Water to align internal stakeholders of work across systems and teams to manage risk and achieve Sydney Water’s objectives.
• Lead a team of SMEs, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Conduct internal Asset Management System audits from both an adequacy (ISO55001) and implementation perspective across water systems.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree plus an appropriate post-graduate qualification in engineering, science, business or a related discipline or experience deemed equivalent.
• Asset Management (or related) experience in industrial sector organisations.
• Water industry experience preferred, but not essential.
• Demonstrated strong commercial understanding of quality/ cost/risk trade-offs with a lens on short-, medium- and long-term outcomes.
• Team leadership experience and demonstration in forming and leading high performing teams in a positive and constructive environment.
• Experience leading projects with complex requirements and considerations and ability to support and evaluate investment business cases.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills at all levels, with the ability to build relationships and influence change both internally and externally.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks, issues and trends, and then implement action plans to manage them.

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities. For any additional questions please reach out to connor.may@sydneywater.com.au – Application closing date is Thursday 22nd May

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they don’t meet every qualification. If, after reading this, you’re not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click that apply button anyway. We’re passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

Why join us 

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality, fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

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. 

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 

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. 

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