Water Digital Director (ANZ) – AI & Transformation

AECOM; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks extra annual leave

Volunteer and representation leave

Flex public holidays

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Digital Director for ANZ Water to shape the future of our digital offering. You will drive digital, data and AI initiatives, influence strategy, and collaborate with senior leaders across Australia and New Zealand.

Reporting to the Water Managing Director, you will build capabilities, mentor teams, and ensure value delivery through applied technologies in water projects.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering or consulting background with practical expertise in digital, data and AI.
• Proven people leadership and influencing skills across disciplines and levels.
• Ability to analyse complex information and communicate clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Influence strategic priorities and future direction of ANZ Water business.
• Build trusted client relationships and shape opportunities addressing real challenges.
• Lead digital, data, automation and AI initiatives to improve project delivery.
• Develop and mentor high-performing teams and foster innovation.
• Strengthen capability with sustainable ways of working and knowledge sharing.
• Connect local teams with regional and global expertise to adopt digital practices.

Skills

Digital strategy

Data & AI

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Project delivery

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Digital Director for ANZ Water to shape the future of our digital offering. You will drive digital, data and AI initiatives, influence strategy, and collaborate with senior leaders across Australia and New Zealand.

Reporting to the Water Managing Director, you will build capabilities, mentor teams, and ensure value delivery through applied technologies in water projects.