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Project Officer - Barwon through Geelong


Company : Corangamite Catchment Management Authority


Location : Warrnambool, Victoria


Created : 2025-06-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Enjoy a great work life balance with a hybrid working modelFull time or part timeNRM and event managementThe Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is a Victorian Government statutory authority whose role it is to work with and support local communities to improve sustainable land, biodiversity and water resources management, in an area stretching from its head office in Colac to Geelong, Ballarat and Peterborough.About The OpportunityWe have a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for experience in Natural Resource Management at the ground level. Due to internal movement, we have an ongoing opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic person to support land and waterway management of the Barwon River through Geelong. The roles coordinates maintenance and enhancement of the riverbanks and adjacent reserves and delivers on community and river user needs. In this role you will liaise with river user groups seeking to pursue recreational activities and hosting events such as rowing regattas, running marathons, and canoe championships.The role is full time however will consider 0.8 FTE. We offer flexible work arrangements and support working from home in combination with working from our main office in Colac and secondary office in Geelong. For this role you will need to be able to work in Geelong to have line of sight along the Barwon River and spend time in Colac as required with the team. The role will suit someone looking to combine their NRM and event management skills and experience.Remuneration for the role is $69,124 - $80,231 per annum depending on experience plus superannuation.About YouTo be successful in this role you will have:Some experience in natural resource management, environmental management, event management and a relevant diploma or degree qualification.Project delivery knowledge and skills and implementation capabilities.High level interpersonal, engagement and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.Good written and oral communication skills including the ability to prepare correspondence and reports with attention to detail.Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive, inclusive organisation culture.Demonstrated ability to model the CCMA''s Approach and the Victorian Public Sector values and behaviours.What We OfferAt Corangamite CMA employees enjoy a range of employee benefits including:Professional development and training opportunities.Generous employment conditions including flexitime and purchased leave.Flexible working arrangements including working a combination of office and remote working (work from home).Employee Assistance Program.About Corangamite Catchment Management AuthorityAt Corangamite CMA our mission is ''Healthy and Productive Lands and Water cared for and enjoyed by thriving Communities". Our purpose is to be the regional leader working with land managers, communities, other organisations and governments to protect and improve the health of the region''s natural resources (water, soils, biodiversity) to improve the health and sustainable productivity of the Corangamite region.To learn more visit us at ccma.vic.gov.au.At Corangamite CMA, we are building an inclusive workplace to help realise the potential of our employees, embrace our differences, and apply our diverse thinking to innovation and delivering services to Victorian communities. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage job applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, people of all ages and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.nrmjobs.com.au/job/20025860 #J-18808-Ljbffr