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, 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 contract position will run through until the end of November 2026.  The role is based from our Docklands head office, and reports to the Area Lead Flood & Stormwater Partnerships. The Stormwater Partnerships Program Lead establishes and leads collaborative projects with partners to improve stormwater management across Greater Melbourne for waterway health outcomes. This work addresses objectives in Melbourne Water’s Healthy Waterways Strategy, primarily supported through the Liveable Communities Liveable Waterways incentives program.

You will be responsible for: 

• Leading collaborations with co-delivery partners, engaged community groups and other relevant stakeholders to achieve Healthy Waterways Strategy stormwater performance objectives.
• Identifying, influencing and implementing opportunities for program improvement and consistency across the broader Service Partnership and Waterways and Catchment Services teams.
• Establishing and managing strategic stormwater partnerships in priority areas to support achievement of Healthy Waterways stormwater performance objectives.

For more information, please review the Position Description Position Description - Stormwater Partnerships Program Lead.pdf

About you:

You are a natural connector who enjoys turning collaboration into real‑world outcomes. You bring sound judgement, clear communication and the drive to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

You will have:

• Strong project and program management skills in multi‑stakeholder settings, with a track record of building productive partnerships and negotiating outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information about stormwater management to varied audiences.
• High levels of self‑motivation, resilience and adaptability, with good planning and time management.
• Experience leading or directing consultants and contractors.
• Knowledge in some of the following is advantageous: stormwater management, water sensitive cities, integrated water management or natural resource management.
• A tertiary qualification in science, environmental management, integrated water management, communications or a related field.

• 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, LGBTIQ+ individuals, neurodivergent 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: 26^th March 2026 at 11:55pm AEST