About Seqwater

Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.

As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.

As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life, Our Promise - Safe for Life, and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.

You’ll be working on some of the most high-profile water infrastructure projects in the industry, helping to secure Water for Life for generations to come.

About Your Opportunity

The Superintendent is responsible for the effective administration and delivery of major capital water infrastructure construction contracts, including new water pipeline projects valued at more than $50M. Appointed in writing by the Principal, the Superintendent exercises full delegated authority to manage the contract in accordance with contractual requirements, relevant legislation, organisational standards, and industry best practice.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the administration of major construction contracts ($100M+) to support successful delivery of Seqwater’s asset improvement projects.
• Act as Superintendent and Principal’s agent, issuing directions, managing variations, and ensuring full compliance with contractual obligations.
• Perform independent certification of time, cost, quality and completion, providing fair, impartial and transparent assessments.
• Oversee project progress, contractor performance and contract time provisions, including extensions of time and practical completion.
• Provide expert technical and commercial advice across the project lifecycle, including dispute resolution, claims management and contract negotiation.
• Lead, coach and mentor Superintendent’s Representatives and project staff to build capability in contract administration and project delivery.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• The Superintendent is required to be licenced and hold a current licence, under the Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991 (Qld) to carry out building work services under a building contract. To perform Seqwater “client-side” project management, the Builder-Project Management Services license is required.
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Engineering.
• Significant demonstrated experience and achievement as a Superintendent for complex, multi-disciplinary engineering and construction project works and programs.
• Expert level knowledge and application of AS4000 and AS4900 and General Conditions of Contract as applied to design and construction contract management, QA, Environment and WHS management.
• Demonstrated achievement in engaging and influencing multi-disciplinary teams including external contractors and consultants, to achieve contract objectives within complex technical environments.
• Highly developed written communication and computer literacy skills to compile professional technical and quality documentation and management reports.
• Proven leadership qualities and ability to coach and mentor colleagues and staff.
•  Class C Driver’s License.

This position will be offered as an individual TFR contract with an attractive salary.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - careers.seqwater.com.au   We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen - https://www.linkedin.com/company/seqwater/

If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply

Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.

Applications close: 11:55PM AEST, Thursday 2^nd April 2026

For further information please email enquiries to recruitment@seqwater.com.au

Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.