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 the Program Lead, this is a full time role based from our South East Regional Office in Bangholme. This role will be working across the Brighton, Bayside, Port Melbourne and Knox Councils, an operational vehicle will be provided. As the Leading Hand you will be responsible for the inspection of drainage assets, as well as litter collection, coordination of maintenance works, and data collection. As a frontline leader you will have two direct reports, and you will take care of your own and colleagues Health and Safety through identification and reporting of hazards and active involvement in improvement initiatives.  

The role will use mobile devices, iPad, mobile phone and GPS for navigation, data collection and recording and resolving work orders. Due to the vast geographical area covered this role requires drive long distances independently.

For more information please review the Position Description:  Position Description_ Leading Hand Civil.pdf

About you:

• Valid Victorian Driver’s license with a clean driving record and confidence to drive long distances independently.
• Confident in using a variety of technology, digital devices, apps, Excel and work orders
• Demonstrated experience and capabilities working with and leading crews in a Civil, NRM and/or Land Management, grass management, construction/maintenance environment.
• Certificate/ Diploma in Civil/Environmental disciplines or relevant related work experience
• Other qualifications such as Industry White Card, Chainsaw Ticket, Confined Space Entry, Fall Prevention, Plant Machinery competency, etc.
• Ability to take responsibility for own role in ensuring the safety of all team members and other personnel on site
• Sound interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of people both within Melbourne Water, external organisations and with the general public
• Ability to pass a Police Check, Pre-employment medical and AusCheck

** Please Note:  All employees must possess a license to perform any duty which is required to be held under Australian legislation**

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

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

Closing date: Sunday 23^rd March 2025 at 11:55pm AEST