Manager Delivery Optimisation

• Contribute to world-class water infrastructure, driving sustainability, innovation and resilience in one of NSW’s most critical infrastructure programs.
• Work directly with senior stakeholders and project leadership expanding your professional network & industry insight.
• Join a high performing cross functional team driven to find solutions across multiple business units and programs.

At Sydney Water, we are dedicated to delivering world-class infrastructure and services to ensure that Sydney remains one of the most liveable cities in the world. We are looking for a Business Process Lead to drive transformation and deliver measurable process improvements across Sydney Water by leading strategic initiatives, engaging with teams, uplifting process maturity, and ensuring seamless integration of systems and solutions.

About the role:

We’re looking for a results-driven process improvement leader to drive transformation and deliver measurable improvements across key areas at Sydney Water. In this hands-on role, you’ll coach teams, support high-impact initiatives, and uplift process maturity by applying innovative methods. You’ll also coordinate with related projects, integrate systems and third-party processes, and help prioritise initiatives to achieve meaningful business outcomes.

As Manager Delivery Optimisation you will:

• Drive and deliver significant process improvement benefits by leading high-performing teams, coaching others, and embedding process improvement expertise and best practices.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate business process improvement risks in line with Sydney Water standards, ensuring compliance and effective risk management.
• Build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, navigate complex challenges, and balance strategic vision with attention to detail.
• Contribute to executive reporting and decision-making, while maintaining confidentiality and supporting a positive, values-driven work environment.
• Champion safety, wellbeing, and ongoing professional development for yourself and your team during periods of significant change.

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in business, engineering, or a related field (with additional qualifications in portfolio, program, or project management highly desirable), Lean Six Sigma Green/Black/Master Black Belt certification, and advanced proficiency in process improvement toolsets (e.g., Power BI, ARIS, MS Visio).
• Over 10 years’ experience leading process improvement or transformational projects, with expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies such as PMBOK or Prince2.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills, with the ability to mentor teams and influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and process design skills, with a proven ability to map, reengineer, and optimize complex business processes across multiple teams.
• Demonstrated capability to deliver results under pressure, prioritize competing demands, and work collaboratively with IT and business functions to drive sustainable change.

Important: This is a Manager of Delivery Optimisation role focused on supporting the planning and development of Water infrastructure construction projects.

It is not a digital or IT infrastructure position, and applicants with primarily digital/IT backgrounds will be considered only if they have relevant experience in Water infrastructure development and construction.

Please see the Job Profile for the role’s full accountabilities. 

Essential Requirements:  

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. 

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.  

What’s in it for you:  

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.  
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 
• Employee Networks: We proudly offer, and support Employee Led networks, such as Women of Water, Pride, First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks 
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire. 
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Closing Date: Monday 25th May at 11:59 PM AEST

We want to ensure you feel supported and informed throughout every step of our recruitment process. Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

Please contact deirbhile.neary@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.

Working at Sydney Water

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.   

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world. 

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.  

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