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 Maintenance, this full time role is based from our WTP site as part of the WTP Maintenance and Civil Team. As the Leading Hand Grass, you will be responsible for the execution of grass management activities for delivery of maintenance and project activities on Melbourne Water’s Waterways and Land assets. When required the operator undertakes natural resources management and civil maintenance/project works.

For more information please review the Position Description:  Position_Description_-_Leading_Hand_Grass_(Boom_Spray_and_Spray_Rig).pdf

About you:

• Proven experience operating a Spray Rig and Boom Spray
• Experience in the operation of tractors and ride on mowers is desirable 
• Experience in natural resource management, grass maintenance or civil asset maintenance 
• Certificate in Environmental disciplines or relevant related work experience
• Other qualifications such as Herbicide Licence (ACUP), 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
• Problem solving skills, including the ability to deliver the appropriate outcomes
• Knowledge in the operation of Boom Spray Units, including maintenance and application.
• Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations

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: Monday 26^th January 2026 at 11:55pm AEST