Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:We're here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring. The role Reporting to the Reliability Network Planning Manager, the Water Quality Planning Technical Leader uplifts the activity, effectiveness and profile of water quality planning and ensures best-practice methods are instilled across the organisation.You will work with a team of professional engineers and data scientists to provide technical project management and advisory support in the Potable Water Quality area. The role acts as a liaison with regulators and government, contributing towards and influencing state- and nationwide standards surrounding water quality issues and regulations.The position also supports the coaching and mentoring of junior staff, identifying skill gaps in the team and associated training opportunities for upskilling. Who are you? The preferred candidate will hold a Bachelor degree in Engineering, with significant experience in water quality planning. Additionally, you will hold the following skills and attributes:Professional Registration in Victoria preferred but not required, chartered PEng preferredExpert knowledge of Potable Water Quality principles and science, standards and regulationsDemonstrated experience influencing policy, regulations and standards that govern the environmental, safety and product quality aspects of water quality planningAbility to exercise independent professional judgement, solving problems, undertaking complex technical and analytical workWillingness to provide technical mentoring and leadership to other members of the teamKnowledge of Asset Management Principles as they relate to reliability of pipelines and other water industry engineering assets We're for everyone Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities.As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package:Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing.Life insurance and salary continuance.15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave.Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking.Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community.Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at. Keen to make an impact? Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Thursday, 1st of May 2025!To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application. Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check.As part of a team of engineers and technicians, central to this role are responsibilities for 24/7 safe operation to provide support and minimise disruption of services to customers and as well as ensuring that public health and the environment are not put at risk. This includes participation in a rostered after-hours duty team, emergency response, and incident support as required.