EPMO Lead

• Strategic and impactful senior role leading the Enterprise Project Management Office
• Supportive and flexible working options
• Genuine and authentic leadership

Are you looking to take the next step in your leadership journey? This is a perfect opportunity to get exposure to enterprise-wide activity, apply your expertise in a different space and operationalise your skillset in a new role.

About the role

As the EPMO (Enterprise Project Management Office) Lead, you will lead the planning, reporting and governance of Barwon Water’s EPMO, ensuring alignment to Strategy 2030 and enterprise priorities.

You will be the custodian of Barwon Water’s EPMO Governance Framework, ensuring continuous maturity in project governance, portfolio management and execution. You’ll collaborate and oversee the establishment of cross-functional working groups across Barwon Water that ensure clarity and scope of projects whilst ensuring the performance of the portfolio of programs and projects in a financially responsible manner.

You’ll be a people leader, providing advice, support and mentoring to the EMPO team as well as project sponsors and project managers, building effective working relationships and business case writing capability across the organisation.

You will be empowered to enable best practice through the reporting and analysis of data, ensuring that it translates into higher value information for the Board Executive and Project Teams. Exercising diligence, with high standards in compliance and accountability, you will work well within frameworks and controls, yet still be able to work with ambiguity and think laterally.

About you

An intuitive and clear thinker, you will have the ability to synthesis complex information and anticipate business needs. With a forensic eye for detail, you will enjoy working with a broad range of stakeholders and presenting them with valued insights

You will possess a knowledge of governance and project management frameworks, understanding the need for compliance, financial oversight and data for a business case to be successful. With a solid risk radar, you will provide key input that will ensure Barwon Water meets our obligations.

Leading a small team you will be an experienced leader, someone capable of influencing others through your professional and well-honed communication. Your qualifications in business, commerce or similar will be supported by your experience in governance and project roles as you are challenged in this rewarding and impactful role.

About us

Barwon Water is Victoria's largest regional urban water corporation, with more than 110 years’ experience in delivering world-class water, sewerage and recycled water services to our customers and community. More than just taps and toilets, we’re a pivotal player in the region’s ongoing social, economic and environmental prosperity.

We care about where we live and work, and we’re always looking for like-minded people to join our team.

Why join us?

At Barwon Water, we believe that every individual has something valuable to offer. We understand that the more diverse workforce, the wider the variety of ideas we bring to the table. Enjoy being part of an organisation that values results, personal and professional growth, workplace diversity and a balance between work and life commitments.

Our work requires more than just engineering and scientific solutions. We’re learning from the tens of thousands of years of knowledge and insight from Traditional Custodians. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Get in touch

Does this opportunity sound like it might be a good fit for you?

Enquiries to Emma Connan, Head of Strategy and Performance, on 0414 598 484.

Applications close Sunday, 10 November 2024.

Ready to apply? Submit your cover letter and resume now.

We lead. We learn. We deliver. We care about a better future.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at recruitment@barwonwater.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.