- Lead environmental water delivery across iconic Mallee wetlands
- Combine strong scientific understanding with operational execution
- A supportive and flexible working environment
Work closely with government, water authorities and community partners to achieve real environmental outcomes.
About Mallee CMA
Mallee Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is a Victorian Government statutory authority. Our role it is to facilitate integrated and ecologically sustainable management of natural, cultural, and productive landscapes. The Mallee CMA region covers 3.9 million hectares – about one fifth of Victoria. It is the largest catchment area in the state and runs along the Murray River from Nyah to the South Australian border, and south through vast dryland cropping areas and public reserves.
About the opportunity
Are you ready to coordinate the delivery of environmental water across high-value floodplains, wetlands and river systems? You’ll lead a specialist team, manage key programs, and work closely with government, water authorities and community partners to achieve real environmental outcomes.
This is a permanent role (up to 1.0 FTE) offering a salary range between $100,000 and $113,000 plus super.
Join our supportive and flexible workplace and embrace the opportunity to make a lasting difference across one of Victoria’s most diverse landscapes. If you’re driven by purpose, committed to environmental outcomes, and ready to lead impactful work, this could be your next meaningful career move.
About the role
In this leadership role, you will:
- Coordinate and deliver environmental watering programs across the region
- Lead Seasonal Watering Proposals and oversee contractors and infrastructure operations
- Manage compliance, risk, and operational planning
- Work closely with stakeholders to support effective decision making
- Drive continuous improvement through adaptive management and new knowledge
- Support public engagement to build understanding and support for environmental outcomes
- Strengthen stakeholder relationships to support effective service delivery and shared outcomes
- Coordinate the operation and maintenance of water delivery assets and infrastructure
What we’re looking for
A motivated leader and environmental professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast paced, and purpose-driven environment. You combine strong scientific understanding with operational execution and an inclusive leadership style. Among your skills you will have:
- A degree in science, environmental management, ecology, NRM, or a related field.
- 5+ years’ experience in environmental program management or similar roles.
- Strong knowledge of waterway ecology, particularly floodplains, wetlands, and rivers.
- A collaborative, supportive leadership approach that brings out the best in a team.
Why join us
Mallee CMA is a great place to expand your career, skills and experience, while enjoying:
- A supportive and flexible working environment
- Our demonstrated commitment to health, safety, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- The chance to work across a region that covers 3.9 million hectares of diverse landscapes
- A role where your work creates real, lasting environmental impact
Get in touch
For more information regarding this role, download the position description from our career hub.
To learn more about Mallee CMA, visit us at: https://malleecma.com.au/
Mallee CMA is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage a wide-ranging gender balanced candidate pool inclusive of all, including Aboriginal, culturally and linguistically diverse applicants.
Apply now – click on the apply button to submit your application.
Applications close 5pm Thursday 11 June 2026.
