Natural Resource Management Opportunities

Job Description

Job Number: 979310 Work type: Permanent Full Time Location: Peninsula, Bangholme, Melbourne - South Region Categories: Environment, Operations and Maintenance, Other 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, kayak down the Balcombe Creek, 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 Roles We are currently looking for passionate NRM professionals to take their career to the next level as Crew Members and Leading Hands within our Mornington Peninsula teams based from our South East Regional office in Carrum. These exciting and dynamic roles will see you make a difference to both the environment and along the waterways of the iconic Mornington Peninsula. Along with traditional land owners, these vital roles ensure the successful delivery of natural resource management and project works within the South East region. Our Leading Hand roles will provide in-field leadership of the crews undertaking the work, whilst taking care of your own and colleagues' health and safety through identification and timely reporting of hazards and active involvement in improvement initiatives. As a Crew Member, you will be responsible for the execution of Natural Resource Management projects within the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region. Your ability to work as part of a team and your experience within Natural Resource Management, along with your passion for improving the biodiversity and aesthetics of the Mornington Peninsula, will see you excel within these roles. Due to the travel required for the roles, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Driver's license. Minimum Requirements Experience in natural resource management or maintenance/project works Problem-solving skills, including the ability to deliver appropriate outcomes 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 work and contribute in a team environment to improve processes, respond to various demands, and manage multiple activities simultaneously Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations 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 Environmental disciplines or relevant related work experience Other qualifications such as Industry White Card, Chainsaw Ticket, AgVet, Fall Prevention, etc. are desired Valid Victorian Driver’s License Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and criminal record check *Please 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 Melbournian’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 job seekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated. If you’re curious, action-oriented, 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 16th March 2025 at 11:55pm AEST Advertised: 30 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Closing: 16 Mar 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr