Senior Team Leader Catchments and Water Treatment

• Perm. Full-time opportunity | based in Footscray + GWW sites + WFH
• Drive innovation, compliance and continuous improvement in essential services
• Salary: $165,000 incl. superannuation
  
  

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

As the Senior Team Leader, Catchments & Water Treatment, you’ll lead the safe, reliable and efficient operation of bulk water systems, including raw water transfers, catchments, dams and treatment plants.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, protecting public health, and delivering high-quality water services to the community. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team while working closely with key stakeholders including Melbourne Water and Southern Rural Water.

With a strong focus on risk management, continuous improvement and operational excellence, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding water quality and supporting sustainable water management outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation of catchments, dams and water treatment plants to ensure safe, reliable supply
• Ensure compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act, DWRMP, HACCP and regulatory standards
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of operators, engineers and technical specialists
• Manage operational and capital programs, including budgets, maintenance and asset performance
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, responding to incidents and system issues
• Build strong partnerships with internal teams, regulators and external stakeholders

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in water or wastewater treatment operations and leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of Safe Drinking Water Act, regulatory compliance, HACCP systems and risk management frameworks
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance and build capability
• Experience managing budgets, asset management systems and operational planning
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical or Process Engineering (Highly desirable)
• Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence (required)

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), shortlisting will commence early!

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.

Please note: this role has been classified as a Critical Worker under the Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Act and GWW’s Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program. As such, the successful candidate will also be required to undergo additional security clearance checks in line with legislative obligations.

Applications close: Thursday, 9 April 2026