Hydraulics and Gas Network Manager

Perth Airport Pty Ltd; Alpha; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A dynamic and supportive team culture

A contemporary workplace withexcellent

A modern approach to work and life bal

Competitive remuneration and company</

Free on site parking

Job summary

Perth Airport is seeking a Network Manager to lead the safe, reliable and sustainable operation of its critical utility networks, including water, wastewater, sewerage, drainage and gas. You will own assets and drive lifecycle plans to support growth and a world-class precinct.

You will provide strategic technical leadership across asset management, network planning and compliance, manage contractors and stakeholders, and champion data analytics to deliver resilient outcomes for Western

Qualifications

• Bachelor level engineering qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in utility network operations, planning or asset management.
• Strong knowledge of lifecycle asset management, risk and compliance.
• Leadership and ability to manage contractors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of water, wastewater, sewerage, drainage and gas networks to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Develop network strategies, asset management plans and lifecycle investment programs.
• Lead network planning, modelling and optimisation for growth and resilience.
• Provide technical leadership for projects, upgrades and operations.
• Manage compliance, risk, incident response and service continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree (Civil/Environmental/Water Resources/Mechanical or similar)

Engineeres Australia membership and/or Chartered status

Tools

SCADA

GIS

Telemetry

Asset management systems

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! Perth Airport is Australia’s Western Hub connecting the people, businesses and communities of Western Australia with the rest of Australia and the world. Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year, Perth Airport plays a significant role in providing economic, social and cultural benefits to West Australians. We are delivering a multi‑billion dollar infrastructure program to transform the airport, including new and expanded terminals, a parallel runway, multi‑storey car parks and our first on site hotel. This investment will deliver a single, integrated airport precinct and a world class passenger experience. Beyond aviation, the Perth Airport estate spans more than 2,100 hectares and supports a $1.5 billion portfolio of industrial and commercial assets, with significant opportunities for future development.

As Network Manager, you will lead the safe, reliable and sustainable operation of Perth Airport's critical utility networks, ensuring they support both current operations and future growth. Acting as the network owner and asset custodian, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across asset management, network planning, operations, compliance and long‑term investment decisions. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of critical utility infrastructure that supports one of Australia’s most important transport and commercial precincts.

What you’ll do:

• Take ownership of Perth Airport's water, wastewater, sewerage, drainage and gas networks, ensuring safe, reliable and sustainable operations.
• Develop network strategies, asset management plans and lifecycle investment programs.
• Lead network planning, modelling and optimisation to support future growth and resilience.
• Provide technical leadership and assurance for infrastructure projects, upgrades and operational activities.
• Manage compliance, risk, incident response and service continuity across utility networks.
• Build strong relationships with Water Corporation, ATCO, contractors, regulators and key stakeholders.
• Drive performance improvements through effective asset management, data analytics and continuous improvement initiatives.

About you:

• Degree qualified in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, Mechanical or similar).
• Extensive experience in utility network operations, planning, asset management or infrastructure delivery.
• Strong understanding of lifecycle asset management, risk, compliance and network performance.
• Experience with network modelling, capital planning and investment decision‑making.
• Knowledge of SCADA, GIS, telemetry and asset management systems.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, stakeholders and technical service providers.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Engineers Australia membership and/or Chartered status will be highly regarded.

Why Join Perth Airport?

We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace where people are supported to do their best work. You’ll be part of a forward‑looking organisation with a clear purpose, working on projects that have a lasting impact on Western Australia.

Our benefits include:

• A dynamic and supportive team culture
• A contemporary workplace with excellent facilities
• A modern approach to work and life balance
• Competitive remuneration and company benefits
• Free on site parking

Doing the right thing by the planet and future generations is important to us. We place a strong emphasis on embedding sustainability throughout our business strategy and operations. We remain steadfast in our commitment to driving ESPG (Environmental, Social, People, Governance) performance across our value chain and areas that have material environmental and social impact.

At Perth Airport, every role supports a bigger journey. From day one, you’ll have a clear path—meaningful work, learning opportunities, and leaders who listen and champion diverse perspectives. We celebrate curiosity, recognise contributions, and support growth across projects that help shape Western Australia. We’re committed to a culture of equity, inclusion and respect, welcoming people from all communities, backgrounds and abilities to thrive here.