Senior Strategist, Business Planning & Strategy

• $161k incl. 12% super. Flexibility to WFH & the Footscray office
• Flexible work options – e.g. monthly work life balance day!
• Fixed term until May 2026

About Greater Western Water

We’re water… and more.

GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more

Benefits

• We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH.
• Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
• Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave available from commencement
• Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
• Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
• Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
• Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office

The opportunity

Due to an internal movement, we now have this exciting opportunity available!

In this role, you will be a key contributor to the Business Planning and Strategy Team. You will lead the development of priority strategies and business plans, working collaboratively across the enterprise. This includes bringing in external insights, evaluating and advising on external trends, and transforming our strategic intent into tangible initiatives through strategy pathways, corporate plans, and business plans.

Relationship building is key to this role.  You will work closely with key internal stakeholders, government and external partners, to ensure GWW is a sought after and respected participant in the development of key Government policies, strategies, and plans.

If you are looking to make a difference and contribute to GWW’s vision of being an exceptional service provider that puts customers first and benefits the community, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Lead components of strategy implementation pathway development in collaboration with the business and ensure they are fit-for purpose 
• Contribute to the development of the Annual Board Strategy Day – setting the strategic direction for the year ahead
• Evaluate and be a trusted advisor regarding emerging policy expectations and regulatory reform relevant to GWW 
• Scan for external insights on emerging issues and highlight key trends and insights that impact GWW’s strategic direction

Skills & Experience

• A tertiary qualification in a related discipline
• Involvement in driving strategic intent into action including the implementation of innovative outcomes that provide business value

• Outstanding people and stakeholder engagement skills complemented by excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to influence decision making and action
• Having a curious mindset with experience in working with diverse data points and information, combined with the ability to identify trends, insights and draw out recommendations around risk, opportunities, and actions
• Experience in strategy or policy development within the water, utilities, research, or government sector would be highly regarded

See yourself thrive!

Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.  

We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Don’t delay your application, include your resume, and cover letter (no more than 1 page), and address the following –

• your experience in the water sector and policy/ environmental policy experience

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, a national police check, and verification of working rights in Australia.

Applications close: Wednesday 2 Jul