Your New Organisation

Goulburn-Murray Water is Victoria’s largest rural water corporation, managing storages, irrigation areas, and infrastructure across a vast and diverse region. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community, Goulburn-Murray Water plays a vital role in supporting agriculture, the environment, and regional development.

Hays is proud to be partnering with Goulburn-Murray Water to recruit a strategic and experienced Lead Project Manager to join their Infrastructure Delivery Services team.

Your New Role

This is a leadership-focused position where you will provide strategic oversight across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects - ranging from asset replacements and refurbishments across major dams as well as asset replacements and refurbishments to irrigation system. Rather than managing individual projects, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of internal and external Project Managers and work closely with Engineers, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with organisational goals.

Key responsibilities include:

Overseeing the full project lifecycle including planning, budgeting, scheduling, design, construction, and commissioning.

Managing stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external authorities (e.g. DEECA, CMAs, Parks Victoria).

Driving continuous improvement and consistency in project delivery processes.

Ensuring robust contract administration, technical documentation, tender evaluation, and progress reporting.

What you’ll need to succeed

Formal qualifications in Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical) or Project Management, or equivalent industry experience.

Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities with a track record of developing high-performing teams.

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information.

Experience in contract management, tendering, and compliance, including working with contractors and consultants.

What you’ll get in return

You’ll receive a competitive salary of $123k–$134k + super, along with relocation assistance, pool vehicle, travel allowances, and accommodation support for regional site visits. This is a rare opportunity to work on meaningful infrastructure projects in some of Victoria’s most scenic and remote locations, within a supportive, values-driven organisation that prioritises safety and community impact.

Please note: This role is based in Tatura and requires a regular on-site presence of approximately four days per week. Willingness to relocate is essential, and relocation support is available to assist with the transition.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or send direct to [email protected]. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact Alissa Sara at 03 8616 8424 for a confidential discussion on your career.