Manager Network Operations

Seqwater is the Queensland Government Bulk Water Supply Authority, responsible for delivering safe, secure and cost-effective bulk water supply for 3.2 million people across Southeast Queensland.
Seqwater is one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city water authority. Our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges.

The Manager Network Operations leads Seqwater’s Network Operations team, overseeing the safe, reliable and efficient movement of treated water across South East Queensland. The role is responsible for managing complex network operations, coordinating production and maintenance activities, responding to incidents, and driving continuous improvement across the network. It also provides strategic and operational leadership, with a strong focus on people development, stakeholder engagement, financial and risk management, safety, and regulatory compliance.

This role is responsible for:

• Lead Network Operations, including management of Seqwater’s water grid and incident response.
• Manage operational planning and coordinate production changes, outages, maintenance and drought response.
• Work with Distribution Retail Entities and internal stakeholders to support reliable water supply.
• Contribute to annual operating strategies, asset planning and maintenance strategies.
• Drive network improvements, efficiencies, cost savings and new ways of working.
• Translate business strategy into operational plans and deliverables.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing, accountable and engaged team.
• Promote a strong safety, wellbeing and inclusive workplace culture.
• Oversee operational risks, budgets, resources, governance and regulatory compliance.
• Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships, representing Seqwater at relevant forums.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Recognised qualification combined with extensive experience in water network operational environments.
• Comprehensive experience in operations and/or maintenance management of complex assets.
• Experience in budget management and working within administrative policies and directives.
• Knowledge of bulk water network operations management and planning.
• Experience implementing Drinking Water Quality Management Plans and applying HACCP plans.
• Strong written communication skills, including preparing executive management reports.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Ability to participate in on-call, emergency and incident management rosters.

For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - careers.seqwater.com.au

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If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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Applications close: 11:55PM AEST, Tuesday 24^th November 2026

For further information, please email enquiries to: recruitment@seqwater.com.au

Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.

Advertised: 10 Nov 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Nov 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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