Position overview

• Permanent, Full-Time opportunity
• $100,243.98 - $116,951.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Applicants who hold the relevant Chartered Credential (Engineers Australia) may be eligible for up to $135,329.40

About us
We're on a mission to create a brighter future, where you can be a change maker at the actual source. We're one of Australia's largest water utilities with over 30% of Victoria's population relying on us for their essential water and sanitation services.

Our award-winning culture fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that enables our people to thrive. Here, you'll be inspired and challenged to grow alongside us.

We're committed to reconciliation and supporting the self-determined role for Traditional Owners/Custodians in water and land management.

The Role
Ready to lead complex projects from start to finish? We're looking for a Project Manager to join our Mechanical and Electrical Projects team. In this role, you'll be responsible for safely and efficiently delivering projects that not only meet deadlines and budgets but also satisfy our customer, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

You'll ensure our management systems are robust and effective, delivering high-quality water, sewer, and treatment plant M&E projects on time and on budget. We need someone who is proactive and can effectively manage every stage, from design through to final commissioning.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of M&E projects, aligning with YVW's policies, procedures, and priorities.
• Develop comprehensive project management plans, including project audit plans.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, providing accurate and timely status and financial reports.
• Coordinate with diverse stakeholders, including internal teams, delivery partners, government departments, and the public.
• Review project designs and provide expert commentary.
• Initiate audit observations and corrective actions to ensure high standards.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of team procedures and practices.
• Work closely with internal and external partners to manage and close out M&E hazards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with all project partners and customers.

What we're looking for

• A degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Electrical.
• A valid Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card).
• Demonstrated experience and competency in project management, contract management, and tendering procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of Quality Assurance principles and their practical application.
• Proven experience in managing the design and construction of mechanical and electrical projects.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a track record of effective stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent time management and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• An understanding of water supply and sewer systems.
• General knowledge of Construction and Maintenance Contracts.

To view the full position description, click HERE.

Why Yarra Valley Water?
We celebrate and encourage new thinking at every level. Creating opportunities for you to grow - both professionally, and personally. When you flourish, we all do.

• $100,243.98 - $116,951.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Applicants who hold the relevant Chartered Credential (Engineers Australia) may be eligible for up to $135,329.40
• Flexible working arrangements where our people are empowered to design their days with their team. Read our hybrid playbook HERE.
• Free and secure on-site parking with on-site café at our Mitcham office
• 14 weeks paid leave parental leave
• 15 days paid personal leave, which can be used for caring, wellbeing, mental health, menstrual or menopause
• Request to swap certain public holidays for another day of paid leave

To read more about our benefits and culture, read our employee handbook HERE.

Did you know?
Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

How to apply
Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.
Closing date: Monday, 13th October 2025
This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants.

We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds. If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please call 03 9872 2542 or email [email protected]. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email [email protected].

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.