Catchment Ranger

Being the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation services, we’re on a journey to evolve and transform WA’s water future. To do this, we need unique insights, ideas and talents from employees that reflect the diversity of the community we service.

Irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation, Water Corporation is a great place to work.
- ** Secure a Permanent Role with Flexibility** - Enjoy a stable career with flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary of **$83,210 + Super + Benefits**.
- ** Be Part of Our Operations Team in Collie** - Work at our **Collie Depot**, contributing to a dynamic and supportive team environment.
- ** Everything You Need to Succeed** - We provide a work vehicle, uniform, and all the essential equipment to get the job done.

**About the role**

We’re looking for a dedicated **Catchment Ranger** to provide **daytime and after-hours support** across catchment areas and **Surface Water Operations sites**. Based at our Collie depot, this permanent role involves inspecting and maintaining assets, conducting surveillance, and ensuring compliance with **business management** processes and systems within **Surface and Ground Water Catchment areas**.

Join us in safeguarding essential water resources while working in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

**Who are we?**

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

**Real benefits that matter**
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

**What you can expect with this role**

Step into a **critical and rewarding role** where you'll oversee **catchment surveillance, sampling, and incident response** to ensure the protection of vital water resources. Your responsibilities will include:

- ** Monitoring & Sampling** - Conduct stream and reservoir sampling, perform **surveillance of surface and groundwater catchment areas**, and monitor land users and public activities to safeguard water quality.
- ** Patrolling & Emergency Response** - Undertake **routine after-hours patrols** and respond to emergencies such as **bushfires, missing persons, and pollution incidents**.
- ** Inspections & Compliance** - Oversee **Mining, Timber Harvesting, and Permitted property operations**, ensuring compliance with **catchment management strategies**.
- ** Collaboration & Enforcement** - Work alongside **Police, DBCA, Shires, and Fisheries** on joint patrols and contingencies while enforcing **bylaws under DWER delegated authority**.
- ** Public & Professional Engagement** - Support corporate, professional, and public information activities to enhance awareness and environmental stewardship.

Join a team dedicated to **safeguarding essential water resources**, ensuring compliance, and protecting the environment.

**Your skills and experience**
- ** Industry Qualifications** - Certificate III in **National Water Industry Package** or relevant **Surface Water Operations** experience/trade qualification (or progression towards).
- ** Leadership & Management** - Certificate IV in **Leadership or Management** (or progression towards) with **considerable experience** in **catchment management** and surface water scheme operations.
- ** Field-Based Experience** - Extensive **hands-on industry experience**, including a **strong customer service background** working with the public.
- ** Catchment Expertise** - Catchment Ranger Level 2 certification and/or **equivalent experience**.
- ** Licensing & Technical Skills** - Possession of a **Western Australian “C” Class Driver’s Licence** (4WD experience desirable) and proficiency in **mobile computing** to manage work orders and complete reports.
- ** Physical Capability** - Ability to undertake **surveillance, monitoring, and by-law enforcement** across catchment areas.
- ** Specialist Experience** - Significant experience in **water-related operations** or a **customer service-related role** within the industry.

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your abi