Who We Are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra, we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home, just as we have for over 130 years.

If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About The Role

Reporting to Chief Risk Officer this is a pivotal role within the Corporate Services team. As the Insurance Manager you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Insurance Program, overseeing insurance broking activities, facilitating the Insurance Claims Management process, and driving commercial understanding of insurance throughout the organisation.

The successful candidate will also contribute to the Group Insurance Strategy for the Victorian Water Corps.

• Manage the organisation-wide strategic approach to insurance
• Identify insurable risks to enable decision making in relation to insurance coverage
• Manage the annual insurance renewal program, including the completion of the annual insurance questionnaires and supporting information and insurance placement
• Critically evaluate and identify opportunities for improvement in the insurance program
• Be a member of the Steering Committee member for the Insurance Advisory Committee (IAC) that represents the interests of the 18 Victorian Water Corporations insurance functions
• Presenting  and advising Risk Committee, Board and board-level stakeholders on all insurance matters

About You

• Tertiary degree in Finance, Commerce, or Accounting preferred
• Extensive experience in insurance (underwriting, claims brokerage or risk management)
• Experience with insurance placement and renewals
• Strong technical expertise on insurance, insurance broking and claims management.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and incorporate the balance between commercial and customer outcomes.
• Understanding and application of commercial acumen.
• Exposure to various insurance lines
• Ability to think strategically and to identify and implement ongoing improvement initiatives

For more information, please review the attached position description: Insurance Manager.pdf

Why Join Us

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.

We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.

If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How To Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Tuesday 27th May at 11:55pm AEST