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Want to be a part of a team that works together, supports each other and makes a difference every day?

At Sunwater, you'll find a workplace driven by passion, dedication and a shared commitment to excellence. Our success is built on the hard work of our employees, united in their mission to provide the best outcomes for our customers. Here, work, water and life go hand in hand.

We care deeply about our employees and strive to create a culture that values and supports each individual. Our inclusive culture allows everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table, leading to better solutions and outcomes. Sunwater offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Join us to deliver water for prosperity.

Job Overview

  • Work type:

    Full Time

  • Location:

    Clare, Mareeba, Townsville

  • Job type:

    Construction

  • Applications close:

    E. Australia Standard Time

Project Manager

Work - As the Project Manager, your primary responsibility will be to manage the safe, on time, on budget delivery of high-quality outcomes for Sunwater projects related to new or existing infrastructure and services.  You will work closely with regional operations teams to plan, schedule and deliver high quality outcomes for major maintenance and works programs required to support the region.

In addition, you will:

  • Manage effective and efficient project delivery including performance monitoring and reporting, cost control, stakeholder engagement, project documentation, risk management, construction planning and management, commissioning and handover
  • Coordinate preparation and management of contracts for the engagement of contractors and consultants, develop the necessary approvals required for delivery of projects and monitoring performance to ensure safe, high-quality outputs
  • Produce and/or support production of robust business cases, where required, to demonstrate / justify prudent investment

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with demonstrated technical skills preferably in civil or mechanical. You will hold tertiary qualifications in Project Management or a related discipline or have equivalent experience.

In addition, you will have:

  • 5+ years’ experience in a similar role managing the delivery of multiple projects
  • Demonstrated experience in bulk water delivery infrastructure, heavy industry infrastructure or a similar environment.
  • Foundational knowledge of PMBOK methodology.

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including:

  1. Base salary starting from $145,346.26
  2. 12.75% superannuation
  3. Access to banked time and TOIL
  4. 17.5% leave loading
  5. A genuine emphasis on work/life balance

Water - Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 4,500 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and deliver water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life - At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

  • My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
  • My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
  • My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
  • My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future.  We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world.

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