Administration Business Unit Coordinator

At Water Corporation we're shifting our focus to the next phase of our strategic plan - building on strong foundations to strengthen capabilities, modernise systems, and accelerate innovation across the business. This phase is about elevating how we deliver technology services: making them faster, more responsive, and more closely aligned to the needs of our people, our operations, and our customers. To support this evolution, we're recruiting for key roles that will be pivotal in strategically shaping a modern, collaborative, and customer‑centric Information & Technology Group. If you're excited about leading innovation, finding smarter ways of working, and making a meaningful impact, now is the perfect time to join us.

About the role:

We are seeking proactive and experienced Business Unit Coordinators to provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Head of Technology, Strategy & Governance and the Head of Data & Analytics.These roles are pivotal in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Business Unit by coordinating administrative processes and acting as a key liaison across internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your initiative, discretion, and ability to manage competing priorities will be highly valued. These are fantastic opportunities for someone who enjoys variety, leadership, and making a tangible impact.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home or negotiate flexible work hours
• An additional 2 well-being days each year
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

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What the role will involve:

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the Business Unit Manager and Lead Team, including diary management, correspondence, meeting coordination, and support the preparation of Committee and internal briefing papers/presentation.
• Guide and influence administration activities within the Business Unit, involving delegation of work to other administration roles and providing input into performance agreements
• Lead and develop the administration function in the Business Unit and ensure knowledge sharing of Corporate and Group requirements is communicated accordingly.
• Liaise and coordinate information with external and internal key Business Unit stakeholders and committees as required
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, reporting, and documentation standards.
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Drive continuous improvement in administrative processes and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

Key skills and experience:

• Substantial support and administrative experience in a similar role within a large state-wide multifunctional organisation.
• Sound knowledge of the procedures and protocols for Board, Executive and other Committee Meeting Papers.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with document and records management systems (e.g., SharePoint, TRIM).
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and sound judgment.

Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close Wednesday 29th April 2026

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. 

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. 

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000.  

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website