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 job

As a Technology PMO Analyst within the Technology Portfolio Management Office, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of technology projects and programs. You’ll collaborate with both business and technology teams, applying project management methodologies and driving continuous improvement. This role will involve managing key project management tools, overseeing governance, and contributing to process enhancements within the Program Delivery & Performance team.

With a keen attention to detail, analytical skills, and a proactive problem-solving approach, you will help SA Water deliver smart, reliable services to the South Australian community.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Apply and maintain project management frameworks, tools, and templates across the technology portfolio.
• Support program/project reporting systems (e.g., PowerBI) and use data analysis to derive actionable insights.
• Ensure the quality of project delivery through adherence to established project controls, documentation standards, and quality assurance reviews.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives in project management processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Work closely with stakeholders to align technology projects with business objectives and ensure the integrity of project data.
• Manage and contribute to the ongoing development of project management tools and repositories (e.g. MS Project).
• Analyse project and program data to identify trends, track performance, and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with organisational standards and relevant legislation, including safety, ethical, and governance frameworks.

Your success in this role will come from:

• Proven experience in project management with strong knowledge of methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Iterative).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive insights from complex data.
• Critical thinking skills, with the ability to improve processes and apply data-driven insights.
• Attention to detail, particularly in documentation, reporting, and governance.
• Proactive learner with the ability to adapt to and take ownership of governance tasks.
• Strong team player and communicator, able to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, PowerBI, Financial management tools) and financial tracking systems.

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, or a copy of the position description, please contact Chantelle Romeo Chantelle.Romeo@sawater.com.au from the Talent Acquisition team.

Applications close 4pm Friday 16 May 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 LGBTIQA+ 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.