- Influence our 30-year capital works program and operational decision-making
- Drive innovation in modelling tools, data analytics, and network optimisation
- We are committed to sustainability, safety & positive community outcomes
About us:
Unitywater operates in one of Australia’s most exceptional environments in terms of natural beauty, geographical and demographic breadth. We operate on Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal Country, proudly providing safe and reliable water to customers in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa. We are a water utility serving one of the fastest growing regions in the country.
We think a pretty good job starts here.
About the role:
At Unitywater, we’re committed to building a sustainable water future for our growing region. We’re looking for an experienced Network Planning Lead to provide technical and strategic leadership in the planning and optimisation of our water and wastewater networks. Leading a small team, you will oversee the development, maintenance and use of hydraulic models to inform our 30-year capital works program, guide infrastructure investment, and support operational decision-making across Unitywater.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of network planning specialists to deliver high-quality modelling and planning outcomes.
- Oversee the creation, calibration and validation of water and wastewater network models to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Lead the development of Network Master Plans and strategic studies that inform Unitywater’s long-term investment and servicing strategies.
- Provide expert advice and scenario analysis to support planning for growth, network performance, and service optimisation.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in modelling tools, data analytics and automation processes.
- Collaborate across Unitywater and with external partners to deliver integrated, sustainable and efficient network planning outcomes.
About you:
Our One Unitywater behaviours - Create the Future, Care Together, and Own It – define how we work together at Unitywater. To contribute to this, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
You are a technically strong and collaborative engineering leader with expertise in water network planning and modelling. You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment and can translate complex technical data into actionable insights that shape long-term strategic outcomes.
You’ll also bring:
- RPEQ registration or Chartered Professional Engineer status.
- Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, with significant experience in the water industry or similar asset-intensive sector.
- Proven success leading technical teams and managing resources to achieve quality outcomes.
- Extensive experience with hydraulic network modelling, spatial information systems and design software.
- Strong understanding of design codes, planning standards and regulatory frameworks relevant to the water industry.
- A high level of communication, stakeholder and negotiation skills with a focus on collaboration and mentoring.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective business processes and systems within a quality framework.
Working at Unitywater:
As a Unitywater team member you will enjoy a range of benefits:
- Flexibility: We value flexibility and support work-life balance with hybrid and flexible working, purchased annual leave and access to floating public holidays. Tell us what this looks like for you!
- Wellbeing: We offer several initiatives to support your wellbeing, such as discounted private health insurance, salary packaging, employee assistance program, and access to retailer discounts and benefits.
- Learning and Development: We offer a range of opportunities to feed your curiosity such as: Walk on Country experience, study assistance, and access to a dedicated learning program and professional memberships.
- Extras: We invite you to join our dedicated employee networks focused on First Nations Reconciliation, LGBTIQ+, CALD, Gender, Life Stage diversity, and Accessibility.
We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, gender and expressions, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We are committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and fostering a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, where you feel connected, are safe to be yourself and supported to be the best version of yourself.
We strive to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role. Please feel free to share your pronouns and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
If you would like to speak to a team member about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please contact our Inclusion Specialist [email protected] or Reconciliation Action Plan Advisor [email protected].
Additional information:
- We are proud to be recognized as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
- We are proud members of Pride in Diversity and Australian Disability Network.
- We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
How to apply:
Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up-to-date CV.
If you’re successful we will need you to undergo a few checks…. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to confirm your right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening.
Applications close: COB Monday 24 November.
For further information please contact the Careers team at [email protected]
Unitywater respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways in which we live, work and operate, the Kabi Kabi, Jinibara and Turrbal peoples. We honour their enduring connection to these places and their deep cultural, spiritual and environmental knowledge and stewardship over the waterways that sustain us all. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, who hold the wisdom, traditions and stories of their people.
