Our organisation

We exist to deliver reliable, high-quality water, wastewater and waste recovery services to ensure the economy and liveability of the central Gippsland region.

We are focused on:

Maintaining affordable quality water and wastewater services for our customers

Our sustainable future and future of the region

Continuing to strengthen the important role we play in our local communities.

There are many benefits in working for us, we offer:

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Work variety

A positive environment

Work/life balance, with the opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements.

We focus on building the capability and culture of our people into a more highly skilled, professional, customer focused and efficient organisation.

Our reward and recognition framework has been developed to support a constructive culture and is focused on consistently recognising and encouraging the demonstration of our values as well as outstanding performance.

We do truly meaningful work within a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

The role

The Project Officer will support the Major Infrastructure Projects team in planning, designing, tendering, supervising, constructing, commissioning, and ensuring the successful operation of major infrastructure projects within the Assets Department.

This includes providing technical expertise, supervision of works, and support in the tendering, construction, and cost control of various major projects.

What you’ll bring

At least 5 years’ experience in infrastructure project delivery.

Strong skills in construction supervision, contract management and commissioning.

Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets and risks.

Proven technical report writing and communication skills.

Experience with risk management, safety standards and contractor compliance.

Freedom

We offer a variety of flexible arrangements to suit our employees varied needs and the business, including purchased leave, varied start and finish times, working from alternative locations and accrued days off. We understand that Gippsland Water and our customers benefit from enabling our employees to achieve balance in work and life.

How to apply

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Murray Kent, Senior Engineer – Major infrastructure Projects on 0408 758 714.

We will be assessing applications as they are received.

Before applying for the position, applicants should read the position description and included selection criteria. All applicants need to provide a statement addressing all selection criteria along with a copy of your current resume to be considered for this position.

Please note that if you do not fully address the selection criteria you may be excluded from further progression in the recruitment process.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and a National Police Check.

Further information: A position description and instructions on how to apply can be obtained from our website www.gippswater.com.au/careers or by contacting Recruitment [email protected]