Project Manager Operations

Posted 1 day ago

Permanent / Full Time

35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime

Located at Shoalhaven Water Operations Depot, Flinders Road South Nowra

About the Role

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects that benefit the community? Shoalhaven Water is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to lead the planning and delivery of water capital works projects across the region.

As the Project Manager - Operations, you will be responsible for the coordination, control, and completion of water capital projects from inception to commissioning. This includes managing project design, procurement, construction, and contract administration, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, Council policies, and WHS standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage water capital works projects within Shoalhaven Water's Operations Department.
• Coordinate and undertake investigations, detailed designs, drafting and estimates of projects to assist in satisfactory completion of the capital works program.
• Actively engage in PPM project and process reviews and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure projects produce the required products within the specified tolerances of time, cost, scope, benefits, and risk.
• Establish, maintain, and update project plans and compile progress reports.
• Preparation of tender documents, designs and specifications and assist in the tendering and tender assessment processes.
• Undertake project and contract management including contract administration to ensure compliance with specification and contract conditions. This includes inspections / audits, appropriate approvals are obtained, WAE drawing etc., are completed.

Qualifications

Application Process

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Medium Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close : Sunday, 23 November 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Daniel Price – Coordinator – Water Treatment – 02 4421 1707

Benefits

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

About Shoalhaven City Council

Bomaderry, NSW, Australia

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.

We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.

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