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

This twelve month fixed term contract is based from out South East Regional Office in Bangholme. Reporting to Area Lead, this is a pivotal role is within the Minor Capital team. As the Project Officer you will be responsible for safely delivering high quality natural resource management and civil projects on time and within budget under the guidance of a Project Manager.

For more information please review the Position Description:  Position Description - Project Officer- .pdf

About you:

• Awareness of environmental and heritage values found in and around waterways.
• Basic understanding of some consultation, negotiation and relationship building concepts.
• Cert III/IV level qualifications in a natural resource management, engineering, project management or related discipline.
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills
• Risk identification, assessment and control capabilities.
• Basic financial estimate, budgeting and forecasting capabilities.

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, LGBTIQA+ 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

To apply for this twelve month fixed term contract please click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Sunday 27^th October 2024 at 11:55pm AEST