About the role:
We are seeking an Electrical Asset Manager as part of the Engineering and Technical Support business to provide direction and support for electrical assets across water, recycled water, wastewater & stormwater systems to achieve customer, shareholder and regulatory requirements within a team environment.
What you will do:
- Electrical Asset Management & Maintenance: Lead the management of HV and LV electrical assets, including the planning and execution of condition assessments, and renewal planning. Monitor asset performance and oversee strategies for maintenance and renewal. Support the maintenance engineering teams in the development of business cases to secure funds for electrical renewals or upgrades.
- Operational Support & Risk Management: Manage electrical asset risks for operational and planned assets. Support operational teams with technical electrical issues to ensure reliability and availability targets are met Ensure arc flash hazard studies are completed and regularly reviewed.
- Technical Expertise & Improvement: Provide specialist engineering advice on electrical assets, including failure investigations, non-compliance identification, and corrective actions. Lead improvements in asset integrity, robustness, and lifecycle performance. Drive the adoption of innovative technologies and solutions to enhance asset reliability. Have a strong working knowledge on the impact of HV and LV power reticulation, and hazardous areas has to operational performance.
- Leading electrical safety: Lead electrical safety initiatives to improve electrical safety for the business and to ensure compliance to electrical Standards, Acts, and Regulations.
You will have:
- Degree qualification in electrical engineering or a related discipline or suitable industry experience in the electrical field
- Understanding of and experience in treatment processes/product quality &/or operating assets &/or systems for the delivery of water &/or recycled water &/or stormwater product and services that meet customer and stakeholder expectations
- Extensive experience in developing and reviewing complex reports, strategies or plans for regulators, stakeholders or Senior Managers.
- Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the management of electrical assets
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
What’s in it for you:
- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Applications close 11.59pm AEDST 9th July 2025
Please feel free to connect if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
Please contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au for any further information.
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