Operational Technology Project Manager

Water Corporation; City Of Vincent; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Well-being days

Long service leave

Superannuation up to 16%

Leave purchase program

Job summary

Water Corporation is seeking a proactive Project Manager for Operational Technology projects in Western Australia. You will oversee all phases from scoping to asset transfer, lead cross-disciplinary teams, and manage contracts to ensure safe, compliant delivery of critical assets.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, risk management, and clear reporting to executive sponsors. A PMP or equivalent is highly regarded; flexible work options are available.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, project management or a relevant discipline.
• Extensive project management experience across asset creation projects including contract negotiation and management.
• Strong experience with Operational Technology infrastructure (SCADA, instrumentation, communications).

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of OT capital projects in line with PM, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams through scoping, design, construction, commissioning and asset transfer.
• Oversee contracts, including tendering, negotiation, contractor management and performance monitoring.
• Identify and manage project risks with robust controls.
• Provide accurate reporting, project advice and delivery strategies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors and internal teams to deliver outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Contract negotiation

OT infrastructure

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Engineering or related discipline

Job description

At Water Corporation we're shifting our focus to the next phase of our strategic plan - building on strong foundations to strengthen capabilities, modernise systems, and accelerate innovation across the business. This phase is about elevating how we deliver technology services: making them faster, more responsive, and more closely aligned to the needs of our people, our operations, and our customers. To support this evolution, we're recruiting for key roles that will be pivotal in strategically shaping a modern, collaborative, and customer‑centric Information & Technology Group. If you're excited about leading innovation, finding smarter ways of working, and making a meaningful impact, now is the perfect time to join us.

About The Role

At Water Corporation, we’re working to ensure the ongoing sustainability and reliability of WA’s water services. Our Operational Technology team plays a critical role in delivering innovative projects that support the safe and efficient operation of our assets.

Real Benefits That Matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home or negotiate flexible work hours
• An additional 2 well-being days each year
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What The Role Will Involve

• Manage all phases of OT capital projects in line with Water Corporation’s project management, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams through scoping, design, construction, commissioning, and asset transfer.
• Oversee contracts, including tendering, negotiation, contractor management, and performance monitoring.
• Identify and manage project risks, ensuring robust controls are in place.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting, project advice, and delivery strategies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors and internal teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Key Skills And Experience

• A degree in engineering, project management or a relevant discipline.
• Extensive project management experience across asset creation projects, including contract negotiation and contract management.
• Substantial experience with Operational Technology infrastructure, including SCADA, instrumentation and communications systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive outcomes in complex project environments.

A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar will be highly regarded.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close Wednesday 16th September 2026

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.