Waterway Sustainability Leader

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeWaterways Full time $145,000 - $175,000
Job Opportunity

This role presents an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on waterway management and sustainability in the greater Melbourne region.

The successful candidate will lead the development of future-focused investment plans for waterway services, prioritizing investment across asset classes and ensuring the protection and enhancement of waterway assets.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing 5-10 year investment plans for waterway services consistent with the Healthy Waterways Strategy and Waterways and Drainage Investment Plan;
  • Protecting and enhancing the social and environmental condition and function of waterway assets through effective management regimes;
  • Prioritizing investment across asset classes, including the growth and maintenance of waterway vegetation, streambank stability, and naturalization;
  • Leading co-delivery partnerships with key stakeholders and community to achieve shared goals;
  • Implementing an asset management approach for the waterways network, including the development of asset management plans;

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial and commercial acumen skills, leadership and management experience, and the ability to lead change and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

A tertiary degree in science or environmental engineering is required, along with significant industry experience.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, the candidate must demonstrate:

  • Experience in waterway and natural asset management;
  • Strong project and program management skills;
  • Ability to lead change and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders;
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen skills;
  • Leadership and management experience;
Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to work towards a sustainable future for the greater Melbourne region and contribute to the delivery of positive outcomes for the community.

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in achieving the Healthy Waterways Strategy outcomes and contributing to the overall health and well-being of the community.

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