Project Officer – Electrical High Voltage (HV), Strategic Major Projects
Project Officer – Electrical, Treatment Plant Programs
Position overview
We currently have 2 vacancies for qualified electricians to join us as Project Officers, you will have a passion for delivering construction projects which benefit our communities and the environment and you’ll play a part in driving positive change for the communities we serve.
– Permanent full time opportunity with consideration for part time arrangements
– True hybrid working – work from home, field and our Mitcham office
– $107,672 - $113,875 plus 12% superannuation, depending on experience
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.
Project Officer Electrical HV Strategic Major Projects view the full position description
This role reports to the Strategic Major Projects Manager, within the Asset Delivery Division. The Strategic Major Projects Team aims to build key larger new assets across Yarra Valley Water’s water and sewerage networks. You will work directly with YVW's capital works delivery project managers and partners to facilitate the successful testing, commissioning and integration of new or upgraded assets into the operating network. As a Project Officer, you will use your community minded approach and High Voltage electrical technical skills to assist with the successful project management and delivery of new water and sewerage assets, including new Treatment Plant Facilities. This will include advising from concept design through to construction and commissioning to ensure excellent outcomes are achieved for customers, communities, and the environment.
Project Officer Electrical Treatment Plant Programs view the full position description
This role reports to the Treatment Plant Programs Manager, within the Asset Delivery Division. You will work directly with YVW's capital works delivery project managers and partners to facilitate the successful testing, commissioning and integration of new or upgraded assets into the operating network. As a Project Officer, you will use your community minded approach and electrical technical skills to assist with the successful project management and delivery of new Treatment Plant Facilities. This will include advising from concept design through to construction and commissioning to ensure excellent outcomes are achieved for customers, communities, and the environment.
Your key responsibilities

• Project manage the delivery of new sewer and water construction projects, with a focus on enhancing the community, while delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget
• Developing working relationships with stakeholders to deliver the best customer outcomes
• Carry out all work in such a way as to protect their own health and safety and that of their fellow workers, contractors and public
• Liaising with stakeholders, including members of the public, on project related, sometimes sensitive, issues
• Working proactively and managing many facets of High Voltage facilities and assets, including liaising, with internal stakeholders, design partners, Power authorities and, delivery partners to deliver safe and efficient electrical assets.

What we’re looking for
We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced electrical project managers who enjoy being proactive, use their initiative and takes ownership of solving problems. Ideally you will have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to consider the, sometimes conflicting, needs of different parties and work towards a fair and optimised solution. You will have an open mind to exploring new ideas, whilst staying on track, balancing costs and time constraints.
If you have the following skills and qualifications, get in touch:

• A relevant certificate and tickets in the management and operation of Electrical facilities
• A great team player who is keen to support and learn from others
• A strong understanding of electrical procedures, standards, policies and practices related to water and sewerage design and construction activities.
• Ability to quickly build effective working relationships internally and externally to influence decision making, negotiate positive outcomes and ensure business and customer expectations are achieved.
• Proven experience in construction and maintenance of electrical equipment and facilities management principles Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Hold a valid Victorian driver licence

For the High Voltage (HV) opportunity we are looking for someone with experience in delivering High Voltage Electrical assets and construction projects;

• A relevant certificate qualifications and tickets in the management and operation of High Voltage Electrical facilities
• A strong understanding of High Voltage electrical procedures, standards, policies and practices related to water and sewerage design and construction activities
• Proven experience in construction and maintenance of High Voltage equipment and facilities management principles

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.
– $107,672 - $113,875 plus 12% superannuation, depending on experience
– Flexible working arrangements where our people are empowered to design their days with their team. Read our hybrid playbook HERE.
– $650 home office set up allowance for eligible employees
– 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: Wednesday 20 November 2024
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 LGBTI+ community, and people from all cultural backgrounds. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact us via email recruit@yvw.com.au
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 Aus Check, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.