- 500961
- SA – Adelaide, SA, Australia
- SA
- Water Futures & Security
- Â Strategy & Science
- Ongoing- Full Time
- Â Closing at: Nov 6 2024 at 16:00 ACDT
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 skilled and motivated Water Security Demand Modelling Specialist to lead the development and utilisation of water demand and efficiency management modelling tools. This role is crucial in supporting Response Planning and Water Futures Planning, requiring expertise in water demand modelling, analysis, and strategic planning. You will work collaboratively with internal and external partners to inform decision-making processes in the broader water resources team.
About Science and Strategy
The Science and Strategy group employs scientific approaches to address present and upcoming challenges. They execute a strategy driven by customer preferences to elevate the SA Water brand and position us for future success.
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:
- Develop long-term and short-term water demand projections for our customers that supports strategic planning.
- Create a robust framework for demand projections, ensuring consistency with internal and external initiatives.
- Develop water end-use models and conduct customer analyses for targeted water efficiency programs.
- Continuously enhance demand modelling capabilities by researching best practice locally and globally.
- Analyse data to assist in developing comprehensive Response Plans for water sources.
- Collaborate with Regional and Metro Water Security teams to establish monitoring triggers for response plans.
Your success in this role will come from:
- Tertiary qualifications in science, engineering, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of water security, demand, and efficiency.
- Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
- Ability to draw strategic conclusions and make policy recommendations based on data analysis (Desirable)
- Experience in preparing high-quality reports and engaging with senior leaders (Desirable)
Further information can be found in the attached- PD – Water Security Demand Modelling 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, 6 November 2024.
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.
