District Manager Maintenance

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Introduction:
Shape the future of maintenance at EGW by leading strategy, standards and people in a strong safety‑first culture. Drive asset reliability and continuous improvement while building capable, engaged teams.

Lead EGW maintenance through people‑focused leadership & safe, reliable results.
Values‑led, inclusive culture with a proud focus on people, community and impact
Strong learning and development with clear pathways for growth and mobility

East Gippsland Water provide an essential service to customers across our region, priding ourselves on our workplace culture of collaboration, innovation, authenticity and accountability. If you want to apply your skills and develop a career in a customer-focused industry, we would like to hear from you.

Description:
About the role

The District Manager Maintenance is accountable for the strategic leadership, performance and continuous improvement of East Gippsland Water’s maintenance function.

The role provides enterprise‑wide leadership to optimise asset reliability, operational efficiency and lifecycle outcomes across water, wastewater, reuse and building assets through standardised, data‑driven maintenance practices.

As the organisational centre of excellence for maintenance, the role establishes maintenance strategy, maintenance plans, standards, systems and governance frameworks and ensures their consistent application across Service Delivery.

A core focus of the role is to build a high‑performance, capable and engaged maintenance workforce by developing people, processes and systems that deliver safe, reliable and cost‑effective outcomes for the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership for a centralised maintenance function
Lead, mentor and develop Maintenance Coordinators across key trade disciplines
Develop and continuously improve the enterprise maintenance strategy
Champion contemporary maintenance practices, including RCM and root cause analysis
Establish governance for maintenance systems, including CMMS and inventory
Oversee annual maintenance planning and scheduling to optimise resources
Optimise critical spares and inventory to reduce asset risk and downtime
Monitor and report on maintenance KPIs to drive performance and value
Provide strategic technical leadership across operational sites
Drive planning and scheduling excellence to maximise asset reliability
Develop, manage and re‑forecast maintenance and inventory budgets
Deliver cost optimisation without compromising safety or asset performance
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
Build long‑term capability through workforce planning and succession management
Role model organisational values and foster a positive, inclusive safety culture

Why Join East Gippsland Water:
Enjoy monthly ADOs for full‑time team members
Genuine work–life balance with Monday–Friday schedules
Flexible work arrangements that support life outside work
Strong learning, training and professional development opportunities
Clear pathways for progression and internal mobility
Biannual Health & Wellbeing financial subsidies
Weekly Bring Your Dog to Work wellbeing initiative
Reduced‑rate corporate gym memberships
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (counselling, coaching & development, and wellbeing services)
A supportive, collaborative, values‑driven workplace
Inclusive culture that champions diversity and wellbeing
A proud commitment to sustainability and community impact
Access exclusive discounts and perks through Flare (Employee Benefits program)
Competitive salary and benefits package
Modern technology and tools that enable innovation

Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle, at EGW we take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community.

East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.

Apply now!
Applications must include a resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the Key Selection Criteria in the position description, and how you will contribute to the team’s success.

To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at vacancies@egwater.vic.gov.au or on 03 5150 4444.
Applications close on Thursday 7th May 2026.

• This role has been classified as per our Enterprise Agreement as a Band 4 position, ($106,841.38 - $118,970.84 per annum)
• Plus 12% employer superannuation contribution. We reserve the right to remunerate successful candidates within the span of this classification dependant on demonstrated skills, experience and qualifications.
• Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and National Police Check.

Skills and Experiences:
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Strategic maintenance leadership:
Proven experience in leading and optimising a centralised maintenance function within an asset-intensive organisation.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic maintenance plan that delivers improvements in asset reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Technical Expertise, Systems and Inventory Management:
Sound knowledge and experience of modern maintenance methodologies (e.g., RCM, CMMS optimisation) and their practical application.
Demonstrated experience in using a CMMS as a primary tool for data-driven decision-making, planning, scheduling, and performance reporting.
Strong understanding of critical spares, stores operations, and inventory management principles to ensure asset availability, operational continuity, and effective risk mitigation.

Team Leadership and Capability Development:
A strong track record of building, mentoring, and developing a high-performing technical team.
Proven ability to assess skills gaps, create and implement effective training and development plans, and foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Capital Projects, Engineering) to ensure alignment and achieve shared organisational goals.

Financial and Compliance Acumen:
Demonstrated experience in the development, management, and control of significant operational budgets.
A proven understanding of and commitment to ensuring strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance standards.

To view a full position description, please click on the below link: District Manager Maintenance Position Description