Project Manager Western Region

Our Organisation

At Melbourne Water, we have a deep appreciation for water, and our work plays a crucial role in enhancing Melbourne's renowned lifestyle. We are dedicated to providing exceptional drinking water, ensuring outstanding sewerage services, integrating drainage systems seamlessly, and fostering resilience to flooding, and enhancing waterways and land for greater community engagement. As a team, we are proud to contribute to making greater Melbourne an extraordinary place to live.

The Role

As a Project Manager in the Western Region for Waterways & Catchment Delivery, you will report to the Area Manager and collaborate with the Asset Managers of the Growling Grass Frog GGF Masterplan Program. Your main responsibility will involve overseeing the project delivery aspects of land and wetland on-ground works required to deliver the GGF Masterplan programs in Melbourne's urban growth areas. The position, primarily located in Brooklyn, will also require site visits. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing the estimate and overseeing the implementation of planned land and wetland habitat management works including weed control, grass mowing, fence inspections, pest animal controls, litter debris removal, revegetation, woody weed control, access tracks creation or maintenance.
• Conducting on-site quality inspections and reporting.
• Utilizing Melbourne Water's asset management software, Maximo, to generate and issue work orders to contractors.  
• Undertaking financial projection and budgeting responsibilities.
• Revising and update job plans.
• Partner with Traditional Owner’s to plan and deliver work in a highly sensitive areas.
• Review work orders, lessons learnt and future opportunities for future optimisation, improvement and growth in the delivery of the GGF Masterplan Program over time.

Please note this is a 12 month Opportunity

For more information, please see the attached PD:  Position_Description_Project Manager_Mar2024_GGF.pdf

Your Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in the coordination and implementation of delivery, planning and estimation of land/ habitat management /Natural Resource Management activities.
• Strong technical-commercial orientation and financial acumen.
• Exceptional dedication to customer satisfaction and adeptness in managing stakeholders effectively.
• Possesses a mindset geared towards continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Displays a deep passion for biodiversity conservation, as well as a genuine commitment to the preservation of the natural environment and wildlife.
• A degree or diploma in natural resource management, engineering or related discipline.
• Construction Induction Card (advantageous).
• Capable of undergoing Working with Children, Medical, and Police Checks as required.
• A Victorian drivers licence is also required for this role.

Salary: MW EA Level 7 starting at $105,602 plus superannuation 

Further information on the GGF Masterplan

www.msa.vic.gov.au/conservation-in-action/growling-grass-frog-program

Culture at Melbourne Water

• At Melbourne Water, we cherish a culture that embraces flexibility, creates positive impact, and promotes growth and development, and values people. Melbourne Water is committed to flexibility in the workplace, with the type of flexibility being dependent on the nature of the role. Recognizing the value of work-life balance benefits both Melbourne Water and our customers.
• Make a positive impact as part of a passionate team that engages in meaningful work. Contribute your expertise in land management as well as your passion for the natural environment to support the conservation efforts of the endangered Growling Grass Frog (GGF) in Melbourne
• We embrace learning and encourage the challenging of the status quo, facilitating continuous growth. Melbourne Water offers a range of learning and development opportunities, from formal programs to digital content and interactive sessions, as well as the chance to visit our sites and witness our initiatives firsthand.
• We prioritize the importance of our people, who form the foundation of everything we do. Our team members are known for their warmth, inclusivity, and welcoming nature.
• We enthusiastically welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, women, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. Melbourne Water actively supports and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

How to apply

Click on the "apply" button and complete the online application form.

Closing date: Monday 11th March at 11:55pm AEST