Civil Operations Coordinator

About the Role
Our Yarra Valley Water contract is seeking a Civil Operations Coordinator to support the Civil Operations Manager (OM) in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant civil services under the YVW contract.

This role assists in managing daily operations, coordinating teams, monitoring performance, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. It acts as a key liaison between field teams and leadership, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.

Other role responsibilities include:

• Assist the Civil Operations Manager in mentoring and guiding the operations team.
• Promote collaboration across departments (e.g., Finance, Commercial, SHEQ).
• Build and maintain strong and positive client relationship, positively representing Ventia’s brand and values.
• Support the Finance Team in maintaining WIP.
• Identify, develop and implement innovations and new ways of working to support Yarra Valleys Water strategies and Ventia’s strategy of Redefining Service Excellence.
• Monitor daily civil works delivery and escalate issues as needed.
• Assist in tracking KPIs, budgets, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Help identify operational risks and contribute to mitigation strategies.
• Prepare draft reports and updates for review by the Civil Operations Manager.
• Coordinate resources to meet work plans and schedules.
• Support initiatives that foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
• Represent Ventia positively in interactions with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Assist both commercial and OM with subcontractor management.
• Support the OM with all governance, commercial, regulatory and industrial obligations.

About You

• Extensive operations management or project leadership experience
• Water industry experience - preferred but not essential
• Diploma in Project Management or Equivalent
• Engineering qualification (Degree/Diploma) in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical - desirable but not essential

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

What We Offer You
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and career growth, we have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more.
 

How to apply

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Position Reference Number: 163284