Leading Hand Natural Resource Management

About the role

Melbourne Water is looking for an experienced Natural Resource Management professional to join a small team of four in a field-based leadership role based at the Brooklyn office. The position provides hands-on leadership, coaching and guidance in the day-to-day delivery of natural resource management and project works, working alongside the crew on varied tasks such as weed control, revegetation and environmental restoration projects across Hume, Whittlesea, Brimbank, Merri-bek, Darebin and Moonee Valley. It is a fixed-term parental leave cover position until August 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership, mentoring and coaching to crew members, and act as a trusted source of guidance and practical support.
• Help develop team members through on-the-job training and knowledge sharing.
• Plan and coordinate daily tasks, allocate work according to individual strengths and keep the team focused on safe, quality outcomes.
• Work alongside the crew delivering natural resource management and project works.
• Ensure risk assessments, policies and safe work practices are followed, and support emergency response where required.

Required profile

• Experience working with and leading crews in Natural Resource Management, land management, maintenance or a similar field environment.
• Passion for the environment and enjoyment of engaging others to achieve required outcomes.
• Approachable, calm and practical, able to give clear direction while supporting people to ask questions and build their capability.
• Strong safety awareness, problem-solving skills and effective communication with colleagues, stakeholders and the public.

What we offer

• Salary package of $89,069.
• Fixed-term parental leave opportunity until August 2027, based at Brooklyn.
• A close-knit team of four and a 9-day compressed fortnight with every second Friday off.
• A hands-on field role with varied work across natural resource management, maintenance and project activities.

To apply, use the online application form; the closing date is 11 November 2026.