Director, Industry Research - Water Research Laboratory

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Professional Leadership

The Opportunity

This role is based in the Water Research Laboratory (WRL) that is within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. As the Director, Industry Research you will manage the WRL’s site and facilities plus project work based on the Manly Vale Campus.

This is a senior management role where you will work collaboratively with the WRL Managing Director for the strategic development of the WRL that includes developing new and maintaining current strategic partnerships with industry partners and maintaining the WRL’s profile and reputation within Australia and internationally. Keen business acumen is required to develop and implement the WRL business plans and manage financial budgets. You will also manage and allocate the project and facilities staff to deliver the best outcomes for the WRL.

• Salary – Level 10
• Full time
• Fixed term – Until December 2026
• Location: Manly Vale – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Water Research Laboratory at Manly Vale is a world-leading academic research and consulting laboratory that endeavours to tackle the most challenging and pressing water-engineering problems faced by the world today relating to water and the environment. For further information on the WRL, please visit https://www.wrl.unsw.edu.au/

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is in the Faculty of Engineering and has over 3,300 students and an operating budget of over $22 million. The School has 55 full time academic staff, 35 professional and technical staff and 80 research only appointments. The School’s mission is to develop well-educated graduates with the essential skills, attributes and knowledge that will enable them to practice as professional civil or environmental engineers; and to conduct research and development of international distinction to meet the needs of the discipline, industry and society. For further information about the School, please visit http://www.civeng.unsw.edu.au/

Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate qualifications in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• A strong track record of successful Engineering Project Management undertaken within a high-level investigative environment.
• High-level experience with Engineering project financial and quality management.
• Experience in the negotiation and successful completion of contractual project investigations.
• A proven ability to supervise, develop and lead engineering investigative teams.
• Specialist experience in undertaking physical and numerical hydraulics laboratory investigations
• A managerial understanding of the Australian water industry.
• Demonstrated ability to implement equal opportunity policies and programs.
• Demonstrated ability and capacity to direct and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the safety management system.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Manly Vale regularly.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Monday 22nd April 2024

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:09 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:22 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time