Water Service Coordinator

Orion Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group, a dynamic land development company with five NSW and Queensland offices, is seeking a Water Servicing Coordinator to lead planning, delivery and successful completion of water and wastewater projects.

You will work with clients, authorities, contractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 5–10 years experience in civil infrastructure or water servicing.
• Sydney Water Competent Designer (C1) accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of Sydney Water approval pathways, standards, and WSC systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Strong budgeting and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and close-out water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and consultants.
• Monitor budgets, forecasting, invoicing, and variations.
• Liaise with Sydney Water, authorities, councils, and regulatory agencies for approvals.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior team members.
• Prepare project progress reports and maintain programs and budgets.
• Support business development and client engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Budgeting

Leadership

Education

Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

Orion Group is a dynamic multi-disciplinary land development company that has become known for providing exceptional value to our clients. We are a rapidly growing business with five offices across NSW and Queensland. We are a diverse team of project managers, engineers, surveyors, and planners and have recently surpassed the 150-employee milestone.

We use our deep understanding of development to drive innovative solutions for complex projects. We continue to grow as a direct result of our expertise, innovative attitude, quality of service and, solid business practices and a culture to expand horizons. We are market leaders in our industry because of our vision and commitment to integrity, quality, and reliability.

Our vision is to be Australia’s leading source of professional services advice in our sector. We will change what it means to be a professional in our industry, and we hope you will join us and play a part in achieving our goal.

Summary:

As a Water Servicing Coordinator, you will play a key role in the planning, delivery, and successful completion of projects across our Water Servicing business. You'll work closely with clients, authorities, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

In addition to leading projects, you will provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, support business development initiatives, and promote a positive and collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning, delivery, and close-out of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate project resources, including internal teams, contractors, and specialist consultants.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasting, invoicing, and variation management.
• Liaise with Sydney Water, utility authorities, local councils, and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals.
• Undertake Water Servicing Coordinator duties, including site supervision, inspections, and attendance at project meetings.
• Prepare and review technical reports, engineering designs, tender documentation, and project deliverables.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders, fostering strong and lasting relationships.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and development support to junior team members.
• Prepare project progress reports and maintain project programs and budget updates.
• Support business development activities, proposals, and client engagement opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, systems development, and best-practice project delivery.
• Promote and adhere to Orion Consulting's Integrated Management System (IMS) and company values.
  

Selection Criteria:

• Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years' experience within the civil infrastructure or water servicing industry.
• Sydney Water accreditation as a Competent Designer with a minimum C1 accreditation level.
• Strong understanding of Sydney Water approval pathways, standards, and WSC systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and project budgeting experience.

Orion Group highly values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.