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Divisional Manager, Delivery Performance & Partnerships

Divisional Manager, Delivery Performance & Partnerships

Yarra Valley WaterAU
22 hours ago
Job description

Position overview

  • 5-Year Maximum Term Contract, Full-Time opportunity
  • True hybrid working – work from home and our Mitcham office
  • $230,496 Total Remuneration Package inclusive of 12% superannuation

The Role

We are seeking a strategic leader to drive an efficient and effective shared service across our Asset Services Group. In this role, you will lead the Asset Portfolio Management Office to support the successful delivery of our capital program through strong planning, governance and performance oversight.

You will also enhance delivery partnerships and commercial outcomes by developing and implementing strategic procurement and partnership strategies that improve efficiency, customer service and risk management.

Another key focus will be building future workforce capability by championing technical learning and development aligned with business needs and Asset Services priorities.

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.

Your key responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the Asset Portfolio Management Office, including capital delivery governance, program management, commercial partnerships, procurement, and contractor accreditation services.
  • Provide strategic leadership and insights to guide asset capital investment programs, ensuring alignment with organisational governance, standards, budgets, and long-term asset management plans.
  • Manage cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality and compliance requirements, supporting enterprise governance and price submissions.
  • Drive robust assurance, reporting, and performance tracking frameworks to enable informed decision-making and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
  • Develop and implement procurement and partnership strategies that improve delivery efficiency, customer service, risk management, and capability across project and asset lifecycle management.
  • Oversee group-wide learning and development programs, including technical pathways and enterprise capability uplift initiatives in project and contract management.
  • Foster strong collaboration and strategic partnerships internally across departments and externally with delivery partners, industry bodies, and stakeholders to support shared objectives and innovation.
  • Serve as a senior leader within the Asset Services Group, managing a multi-disciplinary division, and driving continuous improvement and innovation in project, program, and partnership management.
  • Oversee divisional financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, business case development, and alignment with enterprise governance and financial frameworks.

    • What we’re looking for

  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering – Mandatory
  • Previous experience in water and / or utilities industry is highly regarded
  • In depth knowledge and experience in strategic procurement, commercial management and contract lifecycle management.
  • Experience leading, coaching and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, influence and communication skills across multiple levels of an organisation.
  • Knowledge of engineering procedures, standards, policies and practices related to design and construction activities
  • Proven experience managing process change and driving innovation initiatives within organisations
  • Strong knowledge and application of Portfolio Management Office best practices, including governance, reporting and resource coordination
  • Expertise in program management practices, with the ability to oversee multiple related projects to achieve strategic objectives

    • 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.

  • $230,496 Total Remuneration Package inclusive of 12% superannuation
  • 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 : Thursday 6th November 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 dei@yvw.com.au . If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, 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 AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.

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