Head of Major Projects

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

As Head of Major Projects, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the development and delivery of Veolia's most significant and complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. Sitting within the Technical & Innovation department, you will bring together deep commercial acumen and technical expertise to drive favourable outcomes across the full project lifecycle, from pipeline development through to delivery. A natural negotiator and strategic thinker, you will establish robust contracting and procurement frameworks, manage risk across EPC contracts, joint ventures and SPVs, and represent Veolia's interests with partners, contractors, government bodies and other key stakeholders. 

Equally important is your ability to lead and inspire;  you will manage and mentor a high-performing team, foster a collaborative working environment, and build strong relationships across Veolia's lines of business. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of landmark projects, including Energy-from-Waste facilities, large-scale renewables and desalination plants, and leave a lasting mark on Australia's infrastructure landscape.

Note that relevant high level Energy from Waste project management and/or project development / implementation experience will be highly regarded.

What’s on offer 

• HIgh profile, high impact role working on our most important projects

• Established team and processes but with room for you to make your mark

• Global leader in environmental services and ecological transformation.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Active oversight and management of project development pipeline and major project delivery in conjunction with the major projects team

• Provide input into standardised contracting methodologies and templates

• Collaborate with Commercial, Engineering and Legal stakeholders to develop contracts and procurement strategies across Veolia’s project and capex requirements

• Provide expert technical input, guidance, and leadership across the full lifecycle of Energy-from-Waste (EfW) projects from development and design through to construction, commissioning, and operational hand-over.

• Maintain and apply preferred technical expertise in specific EfW technologies, such as moving grate technology, to ensure robust project delivery and technical risk mitigation.

• Ensure that project delivery strategies, including design and procurement, integrate principles of operational excellence, maintenance efficiency, and long-term asset performance.

What you’ll need to be successful

• Degree in engineering, construction or similar 

• Extensive experience (e.g., minimum 15 years) gained in a continuous process industry, ideally within the waste, energy, or utility sectors, with direct exposure to thermal treatment or EfW facilities

• Demonstrated track record of project development and project management (10+ years) of complex projects in excess of $100m

• Proven understanding of key EfW technical elements, including boiler/furnace design, steam cycle, power generation, and flue gas treatment systems.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

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Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.