Senior Business Analyst

Who are we?

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring. 

The role

Our career options are as diverse as our people, we all have an important role to play!  The Senior Business Analyst is responsible for providing business analysis and requirements management across projects and IT initiatives/application releases related to delivering application enhancements. These projects or application releases can be internal or external to SE Water. The incumbent will work in conjunction with project managers, application development teams and project sponsors / stakeholders at SE Water to ensure projects and application releases achieve their objectives and to ensure that business requirements are understood and delivered as software solutions that make the best use of application software. The job holder provides services for internal SE Water customers and as required, to other water authorities.

This role is responsible for:
 

• Ensuring that the big picture is considered while dealing with detail that is required to ensure the success of projects and application releases.
• Supporting all areas of IT including project managers and application/development teams in the delivery of projects, application releases and development activities.
• Working with business stakeholders to prioritise requirements. Provide input on business value and benefits when working on requirements management and scoping of new projects.
• Translating business requirements into system solutions. Working with development teams to recommend solutions.

Who are you?

Along with a degree level qualification in Information Technology or other appropriately related discipline, candidates will ideally also possess Business Analysis certifications.  The role operates at a Level 5 under the SFIA framework.  

The successful candidate will possess the ability to work autonomously and have a high degree of initiative in order to meet technical and/or project objectives.  They will also have demonstrated experience in performing an extensive variety of complex technical and professional work activities and be able to advise on available standards, methods, tools and applications.  Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the business is imperative.  Your creative mindset will come in handy when seeking innovative solutions to problems.

What's in it for you?

• A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and leave purchasing. 
• 15 weeks paid parental leave for all parents and paid super on unpaid parental leave 
• A range of benefits, including free on-site parking and cultural leave. 
• A great culture working in collaborative teams with strong work ethics. 
• Career focused learning and development opportunities. 
• The opportunity to be part of an organisation committed to environmental initiatives. 
• Enjoy modern office facilities with panoramic beachfront views. 

We're for everyone

We do meaningful work, but how we do it is just as important. We’re here to help people live well, protect the environment, and keep healthy water and resources accessible and affordable for all.  We know to make a positive difference we need to support our people to be their very best. Flexibility and innovation are at the heart of how we work.  But it’s our people’s collective ambition, authenticity and differences that bring our culture to life. 

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. Everyone brings a unique voice and a refreshing perspective that keeps us innovating. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers. Even though we’re all different, we still share a common goal to deliver healthy water for life.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people with disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace for everyone. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, or to learn more about the role, please contact: careers@southeastwater.com.au

Keen to make an impact?

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Thursday 24 October 2024!

This role is remunerated at a Level 5, which is between $112,377 and $125,011 + super and offers are commensurate with the successful candidates' experience.

South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required

Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.