Who We Are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra, we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home, just as we have for over 130 years.

If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About The Role

This permanent part time role (3 days) is based from our Docklands head office, and reports to the Area Lead Catchment Partnerships. Melbourne Water is seeking a dynamic Partnerships Coordinator to lead the Yarra4Life Program, driving collaborative projects that deliver on key environmental strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with partners, community groups, and stakeholders to achieve meaningful conservation and natural resource management outcomes.

You will also be responsible for:

• Lead the Yarra4Life Program, working with delivery partners and community groups to achieve strategic goals.
• Manage environmental projects, ensuring they align with the Regional Catchment Strategy and other key strategies.
• Coordinate governance and reporting, providing executive support to the Yarra4Life Coordination Committee and other groups.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships, securing investment and fostering collaboration with stakeholders.
• Oversee contracts and agreements, ensuring successful project delivery and financial accountability.
• Monitor and report on project progress, tracking key milestones and performance outcomes.
• Champion workplace safety, applying Melbourne Water’s safety policies and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Represent Melbourne Water at industry forums and community events.

For more information, please review the attached Position Description: Position Description - Partnerships Coordinator.docx

About You

• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and industry partners
• Strong experience in environmental project management, partnerships, or natural resource management
• Excellent communication and governance skills, including experience with committee support, reporting, and contract management.
• Strong financial acumen to monitor project budgets and ensure funding acquittal
• A passion for environmental conservation and strategic planning expertise
• A tertiary qualification in science, environmental management, natural resource management, communications or related disciplines or extensive industry experience
• Ability to pass a criminal record check
• Valid Victorian Driver’s license

Why Join Us

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.

We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.

If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How To Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Sunday 27^th April 2025 at 11:55pm AEST