Description:
Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.
About the role
We have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Advisor – Greenfields Development. You’ll undertake investigation, assessment and processing of land servicing proposals on development projects throughout WA. The role will be based in our Leederville office and will report to the Team Leader, Greenfields Development.
What the role will involve
- Liaise with developers, engineering consultants, other professionals and the general public on land servicing issues
- Provide advice to engineering consultants, surveyors and other stakeholders on servicing submissions for infrastructure provision
- Manage the investigation and assessment of defined servicing applications from WAPC, State and local authorities regarding water, wastewater and drainage servicing requirements
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to optimise the use of existing assets and ensure timely provision of new works
- Collaborate with developers, and their agents, on technical servicing and financial matters for large scale and complex land servicing proposals
- Liaise with the Headworks Delivery Team related to the advancement of headworks infrastructure
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home and flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, offering up to 16%. This includes 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
About you
Ideally you will be diploma and/or degree qualified in town planning or civil engineering, with demonstrated capability of investigating, assessing and processing land servicing proposals in accordance with corporate processes. You will have the ability to communicate at all levels and demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal, negotiation and analytical skills. Knowledge of planning legislation, policies and practices in Western Australia and ideally in relation to the water industry or significant experience in the land development industry will ensure success in this role.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Sunday 27th July 2025
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website