Title:  Projects and Engineering Manager - VIC/TAS

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Environmental and Resource Recovery Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

Join Veolia ANZ in our Southbank office as our Projects and Engineering Manager, where you'll lead our team to deliver exceptional project outcomes across Victoria and Tasmania. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to develop and lead a high performing team of project and engineering delivery resources, while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive business success.

What's on offer

• Lead a team to achieve time, cost, and quality objectives

• Oversee a portfolio of projects up to $30M per project typically, ensuring seamless technical, commercial, and SHEQ integration

• Contribute to ecological transformation through the delivery of projects benefiting our environment  

• Inspire and develop high performing teams through expert coaching and mentoring

What you'll be responsible for

• Manage and deliver the VIC/TAS Resource Recovery and Environmental Services project portfolio on time, on budget, on quality

• Lead and coordinate project delivery teams to achieve project objectives

• Ensure seamless project execution through effective change management and stakeholder alignment

• Drive project success through technical, commercial, and operational expertise

• Provide regular progress updates and identify areas for improvement

• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive business growth

• Develop and motivate a high performing team to deliver exceptional results

What you'll need to be successful

• Bachelor of Engineering or other relevant tertiary qualifications, civil engineering preferred

• Experience in technical services consulting and design Demonstrated ability to manage civil infrastructure projects up to approx. $20 million

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• Strong commercial acumen with proven ability to manage project budgets, negotiate contracts, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial performance aligns with business objectives

• Strong contract management skills, including dispute negotiation experience

• Proven ability to work autonomously and take full ownership of site works and construction projects from initiation through completion. Strong experience in contractor management a must

• Strong self-management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, make independent decisions, and drive projects forward without constant supervision

• Experience in an operation environment preferred 

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.