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 have a permanent opportunity for Principal Engineer joining our project management team in Leederville. You’ll drive organisational project delivery by leading strategic improvement initiatives, advancing risk and performance frameworks, and integrating modern digital tools that strengthen capability, efficiency, and executive decision‑making.
What the role will involve
- Provide expert advice and representation on project delivery best practice across enterprise‑wide initiatives, continuous improvement programs, and the enhancement of organisational delivery capability
- Design, maintain, and govern core project delivery processes and procedures, ensuring they remain current, relevant, and aligned with strategic objectives and industry standards
- Lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, delivery effectiveness, and overall business performance
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of business performance to identify systemic trends, performance drivers, and root causes, providing insights that inform targeted interventions and strategic decision‑making
- Manage the development and delivery of performance reports, systems and tools on behalf of the Project Management Business Unit, that support management decisions at all levels
- Provide strategic leadership and expert guidance on the effective application of project risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and ongoing monitoring across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with the corporate risk management framework
- Contribute to the design and enhancement of business risk and value frameworks and supporting tools for major capital projects
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9 day fortnights, and 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
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
About you
You’ll have a degree level qualification in engineering, project management, commerce, or relevant discipline, along with extensive engineering or project management experience in the delivery of major projects, including experience in infrastructure planning, definition and/or detailed design of infrastructure assets. You’ll also have experience with business improvement practices, management of project risks and reporting. Your demonstrated leadership, and ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence both senior internal and external stakeholders will ensure success in this role.
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 Friday 15th May 2026
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 during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
