Program Manager - Water Security

Drive major water security projects from concept to business case, enabling long-term water supply for South East Queensland.

Lead water security projects.

Deliver business cases and approvals.

Plan for future water supply.

Be part of the future of South East Queensland at Seqwater

At Seqwater, we deliver the water that more than three million people across South East Queensland rely on every day. As we bring our new operating model to life, we are creating the capabilities, structures and ways of working that will shape our future—and deliver even greater value for our customers and communities.

This transformation is opening exciting opportunities across Seqwater. These newly created and redesigned roles will help strengthen our capability, embed our future operating model and build a high-performing organisation ready for what comes next.

As Program Manager, you will lead the planning and development of critical water security projects that help secure South East Queensland’s future water supply. Working across a portfolio of strategic initiatives, you will oversee project evaluation, business case development and investment planning, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

You will provide leadership to a team of project managers and engineers, building capability and fostering a culture of safety, innovation and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to influence major infrastructure decisions, drive successful project outcomes and help shape the long-term resilience of the region’s water network.

Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management or similar.

A minimum of 10 to 15 years’ experience in project management, with program management experience preferred.

Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage external contractors.

Experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with government and regulatory bodies.

Experience with design, planning, option evaluation, asset management and/or delivery of water infrastructure or similar.

Superior program and project management skills

High level analytical skills and problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to prepare succinct reports.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to understand complex systems.

Ability to be agile and to respond to changing circumstances.

Demonstrated ability to deliver on time and to budget.

Ability to work constructively with internal and external stakeholders and team members to achieve effective outcomes.

Why join Seqwater?

Purpose with impact: Help protect and strengthen essential water services for Queensland communities

Influence at scale: Play a leading role in an organisation-wide transformation

Flexibility and support: Work in an environment that values wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration

Room to grow: Access professional development and meaningful career opportunities

Rewarding benefits: Receive competitive remuneration and a strong employee benefits offering

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Water is essential to life—and every day, our people help make safe, reliable and sustainable water services possible for South East Queensland. Guided by integrity, respect, care and courage, we are building an inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.