Field Delivery Leader – Safety & Programs

Melbourne Water; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Melbourne Water is seeking a confident and commercially minded people leader to head field-based delivery across Melbourne's western region. As Manager Delivery Werribee & WTP, you will unite teams, contractors and service providers to deliver safe, efficient regional works programs while upholdi ng safety, quality and financial targets.

You will oversee program leads, field crews and external partners, translate strategic priorities into practical delivery plans, and champion

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of field-based teams and contractors.
• Strong safety culture and incident management experience.
• Experience delivering works programs with governance oversight.
• Commercial and financial management skills for delivery programs.
• Stakeholder engagement with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews and service providers to deliver regional works.
• Drive safety, efficiency, and cost-effective program outcomes.
• Oversee performance, governance, and contracts with partners.
• Translate strategy into practical delivery plans and improvements.
• Develop capability and succession planning for teams.

Skills

People leadership

Safety leadership

Contractor management

Operational delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Financial management

Job description

Melbourne Water is seeking a confident and commercially minded people leader to head field-based delivery across Melbourne's western region. As Manager Delivery Werribee & WTP, you will unite teams, contractors and service providers to deliver safe, efficient regional works programs while upholdi ng safety, quality and financial targets.

You will oversee program leads, field crews and external partners, translate strategic priorities into practical delivery plans, and champion