Environmental Water Coordinator

2 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / 12 months

Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

**Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725

Occupation: Natural Resource Management

Reference: VG/50926803/We'd like the job specifically mention the Victorian Environmental Water Holder (VEWH) please (rather than be under DEECA).
- Are you good at working with people to achieve good outcomes?
- Do you want to work in a great team environment and contribute to restoring the health of our rivers and wetlands?
- Are you fascinated about freshwater ecology and how to best support the environment in a modified landscape?
- If you answered 'you betcha' to any of the above, then this might be the job you've been longing for.

An opportunity has emerged for a motivated, self-starter to be an Environmental Water Coordinator at the Victorian Environmental Water Holder (VEWH).

In this role, you will contribute to assessing ecological objectives and outcomes, water planning and reporting processes, engaging key program partners and stakeholders and other cool things that support the program

The VEWH is an independent statutory body responsible for managing Victoria's environmental water entitlements, in cooperation with partners, to improve the environmental health of rivers, wetlands and floodplains.

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- Appropriate tertiary degree in science, engineering or natural resource management or a related field, or an equivalent accreditation or working/industry experience.
- Experience working in the field of freshwater ecology.

**This is a fixed term position available for a period of 1 year. The work location for this position is flexible within Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.**

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

**Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 23 May 2023**.**

**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.



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