Planning Engineer – Capital Works

Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a large regional organisation servicing diverse communities across the region, stretching from Kerang to the South Australian border. A unique organisation, LMW operates both urban and rural water businesses which support domestic and commercial customers from households through to large-scale irrigation operations. As a leader within the region, LMW has established itself as a major contributor to enhancing regional prosperity, directly impacting social, environmental, and economic benefits. 

About the role: 

LMW Infrastructure Services Department has commenced delivery of 5 years of capital works worth more than $100M, and we’re growing our planning and project delivery teams with this important role to be a part of this exciting program.

Upcoming planning and delivery works include new water treatment plants, water and wastewater main constructions, water and wastewater pump station construction and many more. It is expected the capital works program will continue to grow over the next 10 years. Whether technical, practical and interpersonal skills, we value the individual skill set each person brings to the team, working collaboratively with our project delivery partners to ensure value for money to our customers, contributing to prosperity of the local community.

The Planning Engineer – Capital Works will be part of the early planning and decision-making that drives our infrastructure pipeline. This role focuses on identifying, assessing, prioritising and shaping future capital projects, working closely with our Operations and Delivery teams.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Contribute to strategic planning and capital works prioritisation for water, wastewater, irrigation and drainage services
• Support development of future capital and renewal projects
• Maintain a 50-year horizon master plan for water and rural infrastructure.
• Assist with managing LMW’s 10-year and 20-year Capital Works Plans
• Review and improve engineering standards and specifications
• Work with internal teams to design practical, customer-focused solutions

This role suits a mid-career engineer with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an interest in long-term infrastructure planning.

The role is based in either our Swan Hill or Mildura Office in Victoria’s northwest.

About you:

We require a self-motivated people who are safety conscious looking to work in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in these roles, you would ideally have some of the following. 

• Experience in strategic planning or asset management to drive the development and implementation of business cases and strategies for the future capital expenditure and pricing paths at LMW.
• Experienced engineer with experience in strategic planning, asset management and capital works planning & prioritisation 
• An analytical thinker with experience in delivering innovative technical solutions and an eye for detail
• Good communication skills and an ability to manage multiple stakeholders 
• Understanding of how you work in a safe and effective manner 

What we offer: 

• A friendly and inclusive culture 
• Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance 
• An exciting work experience where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees
• A strong focus on career and leadership development 
• Attractive salary package 

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative, and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing, and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW. 

If you think this role is for you, apply now!

How to apply:

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions: 

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
2. Why do you want to be the Planning Engineer – Capital Works and what skills will you bring to the role? 
3. Why is strategic planning, the development of Masterplans and the development and maintenance of a long-term capital works plan critical to a utility business?
4. Describe your experience in the identification, assessment and prioritisation of capital works projects?

To apply for this role, you must have the right to work in Australia and a Current Driver’s License. 

Please complete the application form below and attach your resume.

Applications close at 5pm Wednesday 5 February 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Damien Ryan – Manager Infrastructure Planning on 0429 935 371

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve. 

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052. 

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