About the Organisation

Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) is a commercial Statutory Authority responsible for supplying bulk water to major consumers across the Gladstone Region. With over 50 years of operational excellence, GAWB owns and operates a diverse portfolio of assets including Awoonga Dam, pipelines, pump stations and water treatment infrastructure.

GAWB is committed to delivering safe, secure and reliable water services while maintaining strong relationships with customers and the local community. The organisation continues to invest in innovation, sustainability and the long-term future of water supply across the region.
 
About the Role

GAWB is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Engineering Manager to lead its engineering function and provide technical stewardship across the organisation’s capital and operational programs. Reporting to the General Manager Capital, this role is responsible for setting the engineering strategy, leading a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant and efficient engineering outcomes aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping engineering standards, supporting project delivery and guiding long-term infrastructure planning. Key responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Engineering Team, ensuring alignment with GAWB’s operational and capital programs;

• Deliver technical oversight across engineering activities including design review, specifications, investigations and engineering studies;

• Act as the custodian of engineering standards, policies, procedures and technical documentation;

• Provide specialist technical advice to support capital works, asset management and long-term planning, including the 5-Year Works Program;

• Support project managers, consultants and contractors to ensure safe, efficient and compliant project delivery;

• Oversee the Dam Safety Improvement and Compliance Program, ensuring works are delivered on time and within budget;

• Lead continuous improvement of engineering practices, systems and processes;

• Manage engineering input into budgeting, financial performance and resource planning;

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, government agencies and the community; and

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.

About You

You are a highly capable engineering leader with strong technical expertise and a proven ability to lead teams within complex infrastructure or utilities environments. You bring a strategic mindset, sound judgement and the ability to influence outcomes across both technical and business domains.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree qualification in Engineering (Civil, water / hydrology or related discipline preferred);

• Demonstrated experience in a senior engineering or leadership role, ideally within the water or infrastructure sector;

• Proven ability to provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary engineering functions;

• Strong understanding of engineering standards, design processes and asset management practices;

• Experience supporting capital projects and operational programs;

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications;

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills;

• Current “C” Class Driver’s Licence; and

• Eligibility for Chartered Engineer (CPEng) and / or Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ).

How to Apply
 
To submit an application, please click the “apply’ button.  Applications need to be addressed to Declan Jones from u&u Recruitment Partners or on 07 3232 9150 quoting reference number 44537. All applications should include a one-page cover letter.
 
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