Fixed-Term, Full-Time position until 30/6/2028

From $165k package
Footscray location | hybrid

About Greater Western Water

We’re water… and more.

GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more

Benefits

We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH
Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave available from commencement
Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office

The opportunity

A rewarding opportunity is now available for a Project Manager, Price Submission to lead the coordination of the development and delivery of GWW’s 2028 price submission to the Essential Services Commission (ESC). Reporting to the Manager of Price Submission and Regulation, this role provides oversight, leadership, and program coordination across the business to ensure the submission reflects customer priorities, regulatory requirements, and organisational strategy. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Program Manager to help shape the next price submission to the Regulator, by driving collaboration and inputs, and managing risks while ensuring the program delivers high quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

Working with Senior Management and contributing to the vision and direction for the price submission program, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and customer expectations.
Leading the planning, coordination, and execution of the price submission program in line with the ESC’s guidance paper and PREMO framework.
Managing risks, dependencies, and issues, escalating where necessary to Senior Management.
Coordinating engagement with internal stakeholders and stream leads as required, including cross-functional teams when needed.
Providing regular and transparent reporting on program progress, risks, and outcomes for Senior Management, the Executive and Board, while ensuring governance structures are in place to support accountability and compliance.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in program or project management within regulated industries, preferably utilities or essential services.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
Advanced analytical and strategic planning skills.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare persuasive submissions and reports.
Essential tertiary qualification in a relevant business or program management discipline.

See yourself thrive

Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.

We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Don’t delay your application, include your resume, and cover letter (no more than 1 page), shortlisting will commence early!

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, a national police check, and verification of working rights in Australia.

Applications close: 11:59pm Wednesday 15 July