Manager Project Governance (RWEP)

About the role

The Rural Water Efficiency Project (RWEP) is a landmark initiative jointly funded by the Commonwealth Government and Coliban Water to modernise and optimise the Greater Bendigo rural water system for over 1,150 rural customers. The role leads the Project Governance workstream, ensuring the project complies with governance, legal, regulatory and risk requirements, and oversees customer payment and incentive programs. It also supports change management and business improvement, and reports to the Project Director.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare reports, committee papers and governance documentation, and support governance committees and meetings
• Manage budgets and financial reporting, and monitor project performance and outcomes
• Oversee legal, regulatory and compliance requirements, working with legal advisors and compliance teams
• Manage project risks and ensure appropriate controls are in place
• Support organisational change initiatives and improve business processes and governance practices
• Maintain risk registers and project records, and ensure quality, safety and environmental standards are met
• Lead and develop a team of 5-6 staff, conduct performance and development reviews and drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Required profile

• Extensive experience in project governance, compliance or program management
• Experience leading teams in complex project environments
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management and public sector expectations
• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience

What we offer

• Salary of $115,162 to $139,851 plus superannuation, under the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 5
• Monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas and flexible work arrangements
• Generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies

This is a fixed-term position. Applications close by 1 November 2026; candidates may be asked to complete core training, a police check, working with children check, pre-employment medicals or psychometric testing, and to show evidence of right to work in Australia.