Careers
Join Melbourne Water and make a difference
At Melbourne Water, we understand that water is essential to life. That's why a career with us means being part of something essential — sustaining life, supporting communities, and working towards a sustainable future.
Our work ensures over 5 million people across Greater Melbourne have access to clean, safe water and resilient environmental systems. When you join Melbourne Water, you’ll find diverse opportunities to make a meaningful impact, every day.
Diverse career paths
As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity. We offer a vast range of career opportunities across many exciting disciplines. Whether your passion is in engineering, environmental science, operations, maintenance, customer service, project management, or policy development, Melbourne Water has a place for you. Our roles cater to a variety of skills and backgrounds, making a career with us accessible and rewarding for all kinds of professionals.
A critical role
Working at Melbourne Water means being part of an industry that’s essential to public health and well-being. We take pride in delivering those services with excellence. Every day, our teams maintain and manage natural resources, ensure the ongoing safe supply of drinking water, and provide innovative ideas for the future of water.
When you work with us, you’ll feel the satisfaction of knowing your efforts directly improve the lives of millions and are preserving the environment for future generations.
Innovating for the future
We are committed to enhancing life and liveability for the greater Melbourne region. By 2030, nearly 6 million Melburnians will need water every day. As climate change and population growth present new challenges, we work on cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking strategies to secure water for future generations. Our teams work on projects that push boundaries and shape the future of water management.
Career stability and growth
Melbourne Water supports professional growth through extensive training and development programs, helping our people expand their expertise and achieve their career goals.
When you join Melbourne Water, you’re not just starting a job — you’re building a career with purpose. You’ll be part of a team dedicated to shaping a better, more sustainable future, with the support and resources you need to thrive.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re looking for a career where your work truly matters, explore opportunities at Melbourne Water. Together, we’ll create a healthier, more resilient, and water-safe future for Melbourne.
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Ready to apply? Our values are embedded in everything we do - Make it Count, Dive in and Do What's Right.
If you share our values, we'd love to hear from you.