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
Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing waterways, wetlands and estuaries?
This is your opportunity to join Melbourne Water as a Waterways & Land Officer in the Mornington Peninsula and Westernport Team. (12 month fixed term contract)
In this role you will play a pivotal role in managing and improving Melbourne’s waterways, catchments, drainage and land. You will work on meaningful projects that make a real difference to the environment and the community in the Frankston and Lang Lang Catchments. As part of the role you will manage the internationally significant, Ramsar listed - Edithvale Seaford Wetlands.
You'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local governments, community groups, and first nations' groups, to deliver impactful programs and initiatives. If you have strong relationship-building skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to improving the environment, we want to hear from you!
This role is based at our South East Regional Office (Carrum).
For more information please review the Position Description: Position_Description_-_Waterways_and_Land_Officer.pdf
About you:
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: Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 11:55pm AEST
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Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing waterways, wetlands and estuaries? This is your opportunity to join Melbourne Water as a Waterways & Land Officer in the Mornington Peninsula and Westernport Team. (12 month fixed term contract) In this role you will play a pivotal role in managing and improving Melbourne’s waterways, catchments, drainage and land. You will work on meaningful projects that make a real difference to the environment and the community in the Frankston and Lang Lang Catchments. As part of the role you will manage the internationally significant, Ramsar listed - Edithvale Seaford Wetlands. You'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local governments, community groups, and first nations' groups, to deliver impactful programs and initiatives. If you have strong relationship-building skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to improving the environment, we want to hear from you! This role is based at our South East Regional Office (Carrum).
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