The Change Lead will play a key role in the success of organisational change including business processes, technologies, organisational structures, job roles and system changes. You will prepare the organisation for change, ensure maximum benefits and mitigate negative impacts to staff and external customers. Implementation of change management strategies is key to ensure an efficient rate of adoption and address all issues of resistance to change, both large and small. You will work with the Board, Executive Leadership Team, leader cohort, internal auditor cohort, consultants and external contractors, and all project teams, HR, and relevant departments. This is a three-year term contract which can be based in the corporate head office in Gladstone, or work from the Brisbane office and travel to Gladstone on a regular, weekly to fortnightly basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement an organisational change management strategy that accords to GAWB’s operating environments and needs;
- Develop and implement the corporate suite of change management documentation and supporting tools for widespread use across the business;
- Define success metrics and monitor change progress and establish a change management reporting regime;
- Identify potential risks and develop specific plans to mitigate or address concerns and monitor and report on project milestones and highlight risks or issues requiring attention;
- Conduct change impact analyses, assess change readiness and identify key stakeholders.
- Tertiary qualifications in business, human resources, organisational development or relevant industry experience in change management;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to influence others and move toward a common vision and goal;
- Experience with medium to large-scale organisational change efforts;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment and management multiple priorities;
- Change management certification in PROSCI or ACMP will come highly regarded.
Our client, Gladstone Area Water Board, are a commercial Statutory Authority who manage a variety of assets ranging from major water storage through to pump stations, pipelines, storage tanks and water treatment plants. GAWB supplies water in bulk to major consumers in the Gladstone Region who comprise of major industries, power generating organisations, and the Gladstone Regional Council. The company takes measure to protect the quantity and quality of present and future water supplies and provides, operates and maintains recreational facilities and fish fingerling production facilities and stocking programs. They are committed to their local and hands-on relationship with their customers and community to drive continued innovation. The organisation’s mission is to deliver safe and reliable water services to enhance the livability of the region.
How to Apply
If your next move aligns with this position, please apply directly using the link below and attach an updated copy of your resume. For a confidential conversation about this role please contact Haylea Smith – Director, Human Resources on 0491 286 873, or alternatively, reach out on hsmith@sharpandcarter.com.au.
