Product Development Project Lead

• 18-month fixed term contract role utilising sales and project management experience.
• EA13: Full-time (38 hours per week)
• Salary: $140,108.04 + superannuation
• Parramatta base location – with flexible/hybrid working & site and customer visits required.

About the Team

Customer Products & Serves (CPS) focuses on project implementation and innovation to improve outcomes for customers along with finding a commercial return through products and services outside of the normal water, wastewater and stormwater areas.

CPS is part of Innovation and Customer Programs. I&CP is made up of four areas: Products and Services, Science Research & Innovation, Water Efficiency Programs and Pipeline Management.

This role will work on a broad range of projects, such as Energy Efficiency, Net Carbon Zero, Recycled Water, Interim Servicing Options or other commercial projects.

About the Role

The purpose of this role is to deliver product development projects which contribute to the development, integration and commercialisation and new ways of working to meet our business and customer's needs.

You will manage projects that improve the capability and efficiency of Sydney Water. The projects will vary from business process improvement to rolling out renewable energy infrastructure. Previous experience with solar energy and electrical engineering would be valued as there are several solar energy projects currently in progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Help manage the design and implementation of new product and service projects and initiatives across the project lifecycle, including the scoping of requirements, development of business cases, management of process mapping and redesign, documentation of outcomes and management of multiple stakeholders.
• Project Manage and deliver complex projects from initiation to post commissioning.
• Manage project schedules, finances and resources and negotiate contracts with third parties.
• Will initiate and manage tenders.
• Work within Sydney Water’s operational teams to hand over new services and products.
• Work with those operational teams to continue to improve those services and manage the client relationship.
• Define and manage project governance framework and structure including lifecycle stage and decisions.
• Prepare, facilitate, conduct program and project reviews (PIRs) when required to ensure quality and consistency.
• Manage and maintain innovation and development frameworks across Sydney Water to support the innovation pipeline.
• Sales and negotiating with customers to achieve targets.
• Operate and maintain systems (Sydney Water & proprietary) to meet client needs.

About you

You ideally have an Engineering or Science qualification, experience in a sales environment, project management experience and a keen interest in the Water Industry.

• Minimum degree qualification in Engineering or Science discipline. Additional relevant tertiary qualification highly desirable e.g. Project Management, Change Management.
• 5+ years' experience in delivery and project management of small to medium projects.
• Knowledge of project management principles, methodologies and tools, ideally within a large organisation.
• Sales experience highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence and work collaboratively with all levels of an organisation to achieve improved business outcomes.
• Excellent relationship and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Able to work independently and with a high level of autonomy.
• Results driven and solution focused.
• Driver's license.

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.

Closing Date: Friday 28th November at 11:59pm AEST

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and online medical check.

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

For any further information please contact sukriti.sharma@sydneywater.com.au

Working at Sydney Water

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 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

Please see the job description for the role’s full accountabilities.