Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.
About the role
We’re looking for a motivated leader joining our Environment Business Unit. This is a fixed term opportunity until 30th July 2027. You’ll lead a team of environmental specialists to define and deliver asset approvals strategies that meet statutory requirements, embed environmental considerations into business decisions, and contribute to our Thrive 2035 sustainability goals. This role is based in our Leederville office, and reporting to the Manager, Approvals Regulation & Performance.
What the role will involve
- Leading a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement approvals strategies under relevant State and Commonwealth environmental legislation
- Applying expert knowledge of environmental agency expectations to secure statutory approvals and ensure compliance obligations are communicated at asset handover
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with regulators, key customers, and environmental interest groups
- Providing technical advice on environmental risks, options analysis, and integration of environmental considerations into business decisions
- Supporting strategic direction through reviewing policies, protocols, and position statements, and contributing to research initiatives
- Fostering a culture of openness, trust, and inclusion, where team members feel valued and empowered
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme: Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
About you
- Degree level qualification in a relevant field, with substantial experience in environmental processes, risk assessment, approvals, and compliance
- Proven experience leading environmental specialists to achieve positive environmental outcomes under legislation such as the Environmental Protection Act 1986 and the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
- Strong understanding of environmental approvals, assessment processes, and strategies to minimise environmental impacts
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build partnerships
- Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire a team to deliver on organisational goals
- Knowledge of wastewater issues in the Australian water industry and environmental management principles relevant to the sector
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Sunday 7th December 2025
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
