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 of Environment, this full time role is based from our South East Regional Office inholme.
As part of our dynamic crew, you'll work across diverse and beautiful landscapes along creeks, estuaries, reservoirs and wetlands.Your will involve:Weed control and vegetation managementOperating a variety of tools and machinery including spray rigs, brush cutters, drones and chainsawsRevegetation and planting projectsOn-ground project work restoring and enhancing natural ecosystemsEvery day is spent outdoors on different sites across the Mornington Peninsula, contributing directly to the health and resilience of our local environment.Practical qualifications in Conservation and Land Management (or equivalent)A strong work ethic and ability to work safely and effectively in a teamA genuine commitment to protecting our precious environment for future generationsAbility to work proactively as a member of the team, contribute fully to team decision-making and take responsibility for own role in ensuring the safety of all team members and other personnel on siteProblem solving skills, including the ability to deliver the appropriate outcomesAn effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with colleagues, and the general publicResilient and able to perform under pressure, especially in emergency situationsValid Victorian Driver's LicenseAbility to pass a Police check and pre-employment medicalUse of herbicides and spray rigs.Flora Identification and vegetation assessment skillsDrone operations.Experience working on slopes using rope systemsPlease Note: All employees must possess a license to perform any duty which is required to be held under Australian legislation.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.Advertised: 19 Nov **** AUS Eastern Daylight Time Closing: 30 Nov :55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time