Head of Development Services

Icon Water; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 180.000 - 260.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive remuneration package

15% employer superannuation

Flexible and hybrid working

Professional development and career成长

Free gym membership, physiotherapy and

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Icon Water in Canberra seeks a strategic Head of Development Services to lead the function that supports sustainable growth and protects the integrity of Canberra's water and wastewater networks. Reporting to the Executive General Manager - Customer Delivery, you will provide governance over development approvals, asset protection, and complex developer-initiated projects.

You will drive continuous improvement, influence regulatory and commercial outcomes, and partner with developers, government

Qualifikationen

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Business or related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience in construction, development, engineering or utilities.
• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to safety, customer focus and high-performing cultures.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with senior leaders and regulators.
• Experience in asset management and regulatory frameworks.

Aufgaben

• Lead Development Services to enable Sustainable ACT growth.
• Oversee development approvals, asset protection and governance of complex projects.
• Advise on regulatory and commercial matters and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and align with customer delivery objectives.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Strategic leadership

Change management

Ausbildung

Engineering or Business degree

Jobbeschreibung

Job Type: Ongoing

Location: Canberra

Job Category: Engineering,Operations,Other

About Icon Water

Icon Water is an iconic Canberra organisation that has been delivering essential water and wastewater services to the ACT community for more than 100 years.

Our people play a vital role in delivering services that support the health, prosperity and liveability of our region. Guided by our values of Care, Connection, Community and Courage, we are committed to building a high-performing, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful contribution to the Canberra community.

Icon Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer which values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and all ages. We also have a strong focus on gender balance within the organisation and encourage women to apply.

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Icon Water as the Head of Development Services and lead a critical function that supports sustainable growth across the ACT while protecting the integrity and long-term performance of Canberra's water and wastewater networks. Reporting to the Executive General Manager - Customer Delivery, you will provide strategic leadership across development approvals, asset protection, developer engagement and the governance of complex developer-initiated projects.

As a key member of the Customer Delivery leadership team, you will drive continuous improvement, influence strategic outcomes and provide expert advice on complex development, regulatory and commercial matters. Working closely with developers, government agencies, regulators and internal stakeholders, you will help shape development outcomes that balance customer, commercial, infrastructure and community needs while supporting the ACT's future growth.

What You Will Bring

You are a strategic and influential leader with a strong track record of delivering outcomes and driving continuous improvement in complex engineering, utilities, construction or development environments. You build strong relationships and bring exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, influencing senior leaders, government agencies and industry partners. Your collaborative approach, commercial acumen and strong, values-driven leadership enable you to balance operational performance and customer outcomes with long-term strategic objectives.

Success in This Role Will Be Supported By

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience within the construction, development, engineering or utilities sectors.
• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and developing high-performing workforces.
• A proven commitment to fostering safe, customer-focused and high-performing workplace cultures.
• Extensive experience influencing and communicating with senior leaders and stakeholders in complex organisations.
• Strong experience presenting complex business issues and driving strategic outcomes through stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex commercial negotiations and managing strategic stakeholder relationships.
• Knowledge and experience in asset management, relevant standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.

Why Join Icon Water?

At Icon Water, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how Canberra grows and develops. Working at the intersection of infrastructure, development and customer outcomes, you'll influence major projects, lead strategic stakeholder relationships and help ensure the delivery of sustainable water and wastewater services for more than 450,000 Canberrans.

In Return, We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• 15% employer superannuation contribution
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Free gym membership, physiotherapy and other wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program
• A supportive and values-led workplace culture