Regional Project Leader

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Leader – Regional Projects to join our Operations Project Delivery team. Reporting to the Team Leader – Operations Project Delivery, you will lead the delivery of complex capital and non-capital infrastructure projects that support the safe and reliable operation of Water Corporation assets across regional Western Australia.

We currently have two Project Leader opportunities available. One role is based in Leederville and is responsible for delivering projects across the metropolitan area. The second role supports projects in Kalgoorlie and can be based in either Leederville or Kalgoorlie, with regular travel to the region required.

Working closely with operations teams, contractors, consultants, stakeholders and project delivery partners, these are exciting opportunities to take ownership of important infrastructure projects while building strong relationships across the business and the communities we serve.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What you can expect with this role

• Lead the planning, scoping, design and delivery of complex regional infrastructure projects, ensuring successful outcomes that meet safety, quality, budget and schedule requirements.
• Manage end-to-end project delivery, coordinating contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Oversee tendering, procurement and contract administration activities, ensuring effective commercial management and value-driven project outcomes.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks while maintaining a strong focus on safety performance, regulatory compliance and corporate governance requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, operational teams and external service providers to support project success and organisational objectives.
• Monitor project performance, provide regular reporting and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery efficiency and business outcomes.

Your skills and experience

For this role, we are looking for great talent with:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline, or substantial experience delivering infrastructure projects in a similar environment.
• Proven experience managing engineering, construction or asset-based projects from initiation through to completion, achieving outcomes on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of tendering, procurement, contract management and contractor supervision, with the ability to effectively manage commercial project outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, risks and stakeholder expectations within complex operational and infrastructure environments.
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sound judgement, strong problem-solving capabilities and a commitment to safety, compliance and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close Thursday 1st October

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website