Title:  Assets Change Management Specialist - Wellington

The Opportunity

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in the fields of water, waste management and energy solutions. With the global expertise gained from serving the environment for more than 150 years.

We have a brand new opportunity for a  Assets Change Management Specialist to join our team. Based in Wellington and reporting to the Asset Planner/Manager this role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive change management strategy for asset-related changes within the organisation.

This position plays a crucial role in supporting continuous improvement, minimising operational disruptions, and maintaining the integrity of the asset management system in accordance with ISO 55001 standards.

This is an exciting opportunity, one where you can make it your own and put your stamp on it!
 

What's on offer

• A great team-working environment
• Competitive salary
• Employee assistance programs (EAP) through assure which covers mental health, nutrition, financial, legal, coaching and career transition support
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Stable employment with a reputable organisation
• Meaningful work that contributes to the well-being of our community
   

What you'll be responsible for

• Change Management Strategy and Process:
• Risk Assessment
• Change Planning and Coordination:
• Impact Analysis
• Documentation and Record Keeping
• Training and Communication
• Stakeholder Management
• Compliance and Standards
• Performing Monitoring
• Emergency Change Management

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Assets Change Management Specialist ensures that changes to assets, systems, and processes are managed in a controlled, consistent, and risk-aware manner. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the asset management system, minimising disruptions, and supporting continuous improvement in asset management practices across wastewater treatment plants in the Wellington Region

What you'll need to be successful

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, or related field
• Degree in Asset Management or Data Analytics beneficial

Certifications: 

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or similar certification 
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certifications relevant to water infrastructure (e.g.ultrasonic, visual inspection) 
• Certified Infrastructure Inspector certification beneficial 

Experience: 

• 2+ years of experience in condition assessment, preferably in water/wastewater infrastructure 
• Experience with various condition assessment techniques and technologies 
• Familiarity with water treatment plant operations and equipment 

Skills: 

• In-depth knowledge of condition assessment methodologies and best practices 
• Proficiency in using condition assessment tools and technologies 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to interpret technical data and prepare comprehensive reports 
• Understanding of risk assessment and criticality analysis

Analytical in your thinking, you have the ability to communicate in an articulate manner as you liaise with our stakeholders. Your strength in problem-solving, adaptability while managing stakeholder expectations and addressing concerns effectively, will serve you well in this role.

Other personal attributes required include: attention to detail, time management, collaboration, presentation skills, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, and stress management are all key to success in this role.
 

A Veolia Career

At Veolia Australia and New Zealand, you’ll join a team of over 6000 passionate innovators... and good humans.  Our environmental solutions help customers preserve and renew our natural resources, creating a better future for our planet. 

We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you are looking for a challenge where you can utilise your change management experience and are keen to contribute to Veolia’s ecological transformation, then hit the apply button now!

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