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Glenelg Hopkins CMA works with the community to achieve sustainability of our land, water and biodiversity our region. We achieve this by employing passionate people who deliver our projects through the entire catchment area.
- Hamilton or Warrnambool-based executive role
- Full time
- Lead a high-impact division driving waterway health and community engagement across the region
- Shape and deliver major strategic initiatives, including multi-partner projects
- Influence regional environmental policy while leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams
About the CMA
The Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is a statutory body established by the Victorian Government in 1997, responsible for managing land, water, and biodiversity across 26,910 square kilometres of Victoria’s south-western region.
It serves as the caretaker of waterway health, coordinating and implementing works to protect the region’s rivers, wetlands and estuaries.
The Glenelg Hopkins CMA works closely with Traditional Owners, local communities, and regional stakeholders to develop and implement both the Glenelg Hopkins Regional Catchment Strategy and Regional Waterway Strategy, which outlines priorities and actions for integrated catchment management and waterway management, respectively.
Additionally, the Glenelg Hopkins CMA manages the environmental water reserve in the Wimmera-Glenelg system, engaging with communities to identify values for environmental water management and coordinating scientific research to monitor environmental flow requirements.
Through these efforts, the CMA aims to build resilience in the landscape and communities, ensuring sustainable management of natural resources in the face of climate change.
About the Executive Manager – Waterways role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will lead the Waterways division – a large, multidisciplinary team dedicated to planning and delivering projects and statutory services that protect and enhance the health of the region’s waterways.
With the CMA’s strongest link to the community, this role carries significant responsibility for maintaining the Authority’s reputation and influence across the region. You will work in close partnership with Traditional Owners, landholders, community groups, local governments, and other authorities to implement impactful natural resource management initiatives.
Your leadership will span two core teams: Waterway Planning, which manages statutory functions including floodplain management, environmental water planning, estuary management, and sustainable irrigation; and Waterway Program Delivery, which delivers waterway health and recreational works.
Key on-ground works programs of oversight include Regional Works Crew, Ramsar Site Coordination, Fish Habitat Programs, Budj Bim Flagship Waterways Project, Rivers of Warrnambool Flagship Project and Fire and Flood Recovery Programs.
Role requirements
To be considered for this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in environmental science or a related discipline, with postgraduate qualifications in environmental science or business being highly desirable.
With extensive experience in a leadership role, you will bring demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing strategic initiatives at a regional level, particularly through collaborative partnerships.
You’ll have a strong track record in leading the preparation of major business case submissions, ideally securing investments of over $5 million involving multiple partners.
Your strengths will include problem-solving, negotiation, and the ability to influence outcomes in complex situations. You will also be experienced in applying project management methodologies to deliver time-sensitive projects.
With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you’ll effectively engage with executives, boards, government, and external stakeholders to build alignment and achieve results. In addition, you will have a proven ability to lead, grow and coach teams with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
To view the Success Profile & PD for this opportunity, CLICK HERE
For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Anthony Grey on 0403 310 566 or Steph Davidson on 0422 046 571.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications for this role are being coordinated by Davidson.
TO APPLY: Please visit the Davidson website job advertisement here and directly upload your CV and cover letter.
Related information
Works Crew Member
Location: Hamilton
Salary range: Band 2 $59,637-$64,684
FTE: 0.8FTE (60.8hrs per fortnight)
Contract length: Ongoing
Do you like to work outdoors? Are you passionate about supporting our community to enrich our natural environment? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and hard-working crew member to join our team!
Join a small, enthusiastic and hardworking team, deliver on-ground land management activities and see positive environmental outcomes, and support communities in response to natural disasters.
About the role:
The Works Crew deliver catchment management activities for, and in partnership with, public and private landholders, and community groups. It also plays a key role in supporting communities in the immediate response to natural disasters.
The Works Crew (min. 2 people) travel catchment wide to perform land management tasks. The Works
The Works Crew Member is responsible for undertaking allocated tasks assigned by the Works Crew Leader in a cooperative team environment.
The successful applicant will possess a passion for working outdoors and demonstrated experience in land management activities such as fencing, plant identification, weed eradication and revegetation.
Experience using and maintaining a variety of power and hand tools is required as well as certifications in chemical use, chainsaw operation and tree felling (training can be provided).
The successful applicant would have a proven display of clear and effective communication skills, and the ability to work both alone, and as part of a team.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check (can be obtained prior to appointment)
- Completion of a pre-employment medical declaration and an independent physical capability assessment.
HOW TO APPLY
To learn more about this opportunity access the Position Description below.
Works Crew Member Position Description (PDF)
For further information please contact Craig Reid, Waterway Programs Delivery Manager on 03 5571 2526
To submit your application, please download and complete the Application Form HERE and email with your resume´ to jobs@ghcma.vic.gov.au. Applications close 9am Monday 31st March 2025
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
