About the Company

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Capital Submission Specialist to join our team. This dynamic and fast-paced role requires the coordination of projects across multiple frameworks and special project divisions to ensure that SA Water meets its month-on-month capital investment goals. As a key player in the capital submission process, you will take the lead in coordinating and guiding financial approval requests from all capital delivery portfolios and major projects through governance forums. You will also work closely with internal stakeholders, including asset planning, capital delivery, finance, and senior managers, to ensure that capital submissions meet both financial and technical requirements.

About You:

You will have a proven track record of managing multiple large, complex submissions or tenders in a fast-paced environment. Your exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills will allow you to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, ensuring that all capital submissions are completed accurately and on time. You are an organised and proactive individual with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure. Your strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams will ensure smooth project coordination and delivery.

About Sustainable Infrastructure

The Sustainable Infrastructure group is dedicated to maximising value for customers and the community by developing innovative and optimised infrastructure plans, and overseeing the planning, construction, delivery, and maintenance of water and sewerage assets across the state and business.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day.

You will:

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the Capital Financial Approval process for all capital delivery projects.
• Provide strategic direction for capital submissions across various frameworks and special project divisions.
• Ensure compliance with SA Water’s Capital Investment Governance Framework and related policies.
• Support the preparation and presentation of submissions to key governance forums including the Program Advisory Group (PAG), Portfolio Advisory Committee (PAC), and Infrastructure Investment Committee (IIC).
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve any issues and ensure that capital submissions align with SA Water’s Corporate Project Management Methodology and governance framework.
• Manage and maintain trackers for capital submissions and ensure timely and accurate documentation.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in management, business administration or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple large, complex submissions or tenders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to deliver to tight and conflicting deadlines with a high level of accuracy.

Further information can be found in the attached- PD-Capital Submission Specialist.docx 

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Tracy from the Talent Acquisition team tracy.rayan@sawater.com.au

Applications close 4pm, 28 March 2025.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.