Planning Engineer – Capital Works

Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a large regional organisation servicing diverse communities across the region, stretching from Kerang to the South Australian border. A unique organisation, LMW operates both urban and rural water businesses which support domestic and commercial customers from households through to large-scale irrigation operations. As a leader within the region, LMW has established itself as a major contributor to enhancing regional prosperity, directly impacting social, environmental, and economic benefits. 

About the role: 

Lower Murray Water has an exciting opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and Strategic Planning experience. In this role you will be a member of the Infrastructure Planning Team working to support a $800M asset base and to plan and design for the next generation of infrastructure to meet the service requirements of our customers. 

You will assist the Team Leader Strategic Planning in providing direction and guidance on best asset selection and planning options and will contribute to wider organisational Capital Works strategy, prioritisation and budget estimations. 

Your duties will include planning for renewals, upgrading and decommissioning of Lower Murray Water assets, as well as critical analysis and review of strategies, masterplans and designs to offer strategic direction for LMW’s services, now and into the future.

Based in our Mildura Office in Victoria’s northwest, you will lead the strategic planning functions across our service area requiring some travel to Swan Hill and Kerang.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Lead the capital works project identification, assessment and prioritisation along with the planning and prioritisation of new capital works as identified.
• Lead the development and management of the 10-year capital works plan.
• Lead with development of capital expenditure projects and programs including asset renewal and replacement programs.
• Provide design and planning support for the development of water, wastewater and rural Strategies which underpin the preparation of Master Plans.
• Provide capital planning oversight to the minor capital works programs.
• Contributing to a safety orientated culture and ensuring the safety and quality of execution activities.

About you:

We require a self-motivated people who are safety conscious looking to work in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in these roles, you would ideally have some of the following. 

• Experience in strategic planning or asset management to drive the development and implementation of business cases and strategies for the future capital expenditure and pricing paths at LMW.
• Experienced engineer with experience in strategic planning, asset management and capital works planning & prioritisation 
• An analytical thinker with experience in delivering innovative technical solutions and an eye for detail
• Good communication skills and an ability to manage multiple stakeholders 
• Understanding of how you work in a safe and effective manner 

You don’t have to tick EVERY box – come with what you offer, and we will support you with the rest!

What we offer: 

• A friendly and inclusive culture 
• Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance 
• An exciting work experience where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees
• A strong focus on career and leadership development 
• Attractive salary package 

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative, and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing, and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW. 

If you think this role is for you, apply now!

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions: 

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. Why do you want to be the Planning Engineer – Capital Works and what skills will you bring to the role? 
3. Why is strategic planning, the development of Masterplans and the development and maintenance of a long-term capital works plan critical to a utility business?
4. Describe your experience in the identification, assessment and prioritisation of capital works projects?

To apply for this role, you must have the right to work in Australia and a Current Driver’s License. 

Email your application form and resume to: recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au by 5pm Wednesday 5 February 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Damien Ryan – Manager Infrastructure Planning on 0429 935 371

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve. 

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052. 

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