Description
The North East Catchment Management Authority works with the community, government and funding organisations to protect and enhance land, water and biodiversity resources.
We are currently seeking the right person to join our Waterways and Floodplain Planning Team.
You will lead the North East CMA’s role in delivery of Integrated Water Management outcomes across the region by building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify, develop and pursue strategic IWM opportunities. You will demonstrate the value of collaboration and embed IWM practices to deliver productive, resilient and sustainable water cycle outcomes for the region.
The successful candidate will have:
- Relevant skills in environmental planning, water or natural resource management, engineering or land use planning
- Excellent project management and planning skills
- Demonstrated leadership experience and collaborative skills to achieve great outcomes
- Experience working with a range of regional stakeholders
- Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills
- Ability and willingness to utilise relevant business systems.
We will offer you:
- A great regional location
- A challenging and rewarding career move
- A flexible and friendly work environment
- An ideal mix of field and office work
This is a full-time (part-time negotiable), ongoing position which may be based in either Wodonga, Everton or Tallangatta. The salary excludes superannuation and will be negotiated based on experience.
More information is contained in the position description and background information available on the website, which can be accessed by copying and pasting the following URLs into your browser:
Position Description: https://www.necma.vic.gov.au/Portals/0/files/Pdf/About%20Us/Kits/Position%20Description%20Integrated%20Water%20Management%20Officer.pdf
Background information: https://www.necma.vic.gov.au/Portals/0/files/Pdf/About%20Us/Kits/North%20East%20CMA_IWM%20role_Background%20Info.pdf
The North East CMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a diverse workplace environment. We welcome you to apply if you are a person with a disability, neurodiverse, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, or LGBTQIA+.
If you need any assistance with the application process or would like to discuss your requirements or reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact our HR Team on hr@necma.vic.gov.au
Applications must be received by 5.00 pm Thursday 2 October 2025. Click the “Apply now” button above to commence the application.
You will need to supply a cover letter, a statement addressing the key selection criteria and a current resumé.
For a confidential discussion regarding this position please call Tim Loffler on 0428 645 138 or email tim.loffler@necma.vic.gov.au
Role Type
Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior
Pay Rate
87603.27 AUD – 97217.97 AUD (Annum)
Company Overview
The North East Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is one of ten authorities established by the Victorian Government in July 1997. There are currently 9 catchment management authorities across Victoria. The vision for the North East CMA is diverse, healthy and connected landscapes and communities. We achieve this by working with Traditional Owners / First Nations Peoples, community, government and funding organisations to support the protection, transformation and adaption of landscapes in northeast Victoria.Vision: Diverse, healthy, connected landscapes and communities. Purpose: Working together for healthier landscapes in a changing environment. We will achieve this by supporting the protection, transformation and adaptation of landscapes in north east Victoria.
