Commercial Stakeholder Manager

Murray Irrigation operates Australia's largest private water supply network, supplying over 2,200 farm businesses and landholdings across the southern Riverina in NSW.  We are dedicated to supporting our local communities and promoting sustainable water management practices.

About the role

The Commercial Stakeholder Manager will play a key role in the delivery of the Restoring Murray Waterways (RMW) Project to ensure time, cost, quality, safety and environmental targets are met. The role supports the achievement of MILs strategy in relation to water-based projects and includes the development of concepts, contracts/ agreements and submissions among other items for new projects moving forward.

The Commercial Stakeholder Manager is responsible for leading and developing relationships with communities affected by proposed projects, First Nations people, environmental water managers and business partners and ensures that all parties are well-informed, actively involved and confident in the project's outcomes.

Reporting to the General Manager Corporate Strategy and working in close collaboration with technical, operational, and communications teams, this position will build and maintain strong relationships, addressing stakeholder concerns, fostering transparency, commitment and community support for the RMW project and future opportunities.

This Deniliquin based position supervises several Project Support Officers, and requires the ability to work with, learn from and foster positive relationships with local First Nations people and local/ regional environmental water managers. This is an ongoing position but initially will focus on the Restoring Murray Waterways Project scheduled to finish in December 2026.

About you

• Hold a degree/qualifications in Environmental Science, with a focus on environmental water, related discipline and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to work with, learn from and foster positive relationships with local First Nations people, acknowledging their unique cultures, knowledge and connection to Country with sensitivity.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in the planning, evaluation and/or delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain strong business relationships and evaluate new opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and manage sensitive or complex relationships.
• The ability to work collaboratively with landholders, contractors, and technical specialists.
• Practical understanding of agriculture and farming principles, ecology and riparian management practices.
• Demonstrated skills with the suite of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Current drivers' licence.
• Willingness to travel.

What we offer

At Murray Irrigation, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy access to a range of benefits, including Remote Area Salary Packaging, professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a collaborative team culture.

How to apply

If you are excited by this opportunity and would like to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply now.

Please contact T or  to obtain a Position Description.  For further information ask to speak with Ben Malden.

To apply please submit a one-page application letter along with a current resume via 

Closing date

Sunday 19th October 2025

We are committed to filling this role quickly, so while applications for this role will close on Sunday 19th October 2025, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may commence interviews prior to the closing date.

To avoid missing out apply now.

Murray Irrigation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age.