Drought Jobs (with Salaries)

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Senior Engineering Roles - Water and Wastewater

at TWEED SHIRE COUNCIL

This is a Full time job

Tweed Heads, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

Salary: an attractive base salary p/a + 12% super

Build your portfolio with diverse projects that develop your expertise & impact
Work-life balance. 9 day fortnight. 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport

Build your portfolio with diverse projects that develop your expertise & impact
Work-life balance. 9 day fortnight. 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport

Lead major water and wastewater projects across the Tweed - protect public health, support growth and deliver lasting environmental impact.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed two days ago

Water Quality Process Officer

at GWMWater

This is a Full time job

Horsham, Horsham & Grampians VIC(Hybrid)

$81,525 to $97,297 negotiable based on experience

Ongoing, full-time role. Flexible work arrangements available
Personal and professional development opportunities
Based in Horsham, relocation assistance provided to the successful candidate

Ongoing, full-time role. Flexible work arrangements available
Personal and professional development opportunities
Based in Horsham, relocation assistance provided to the successful candidate

You won't just analyse data, you'll turn it into action!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Assistant Water Planner

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 + super

Coastal, Groundwater and Inland Surface Water
Multiple permanent & temporary opportunities
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Coastal, Groundwater and Inland Surface Water
Multiple permanent & temporary opportunities
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Multiple opportunities, both ongoing and temporary, across our Coastal, Groundwater and Inland Surface Water teams.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Project Officer Environmental Water

at Mallee Catchment Management Authority

This is a Full time job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,000 to $95,000

Improve the health and resilience of the Mallee’s floodplains and wetlands
Contribute to the delivery of vital environmental watering programs
Opportunities for professional development and growth

Improve the health and resilience of the Mallee’s floodplains and wetlands
Contribute to the delivery of vital environmental watering programs
Opportunities for professional development and growth

Mallee CMA is the largest catchment area in the state of Victoria, running along the Murray River from Nyah to the South Australian border.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Water Officer

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Full time job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$77,250 - $97,991 per annum

Permanent full-time with generous State government employee benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career path

Permanent full-time with generous State government employee benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career path

Join the team as a Water Officer and use your expertise to manage water entitlements, support access, and ensure sustainable water use.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Water Operations Traineeship

at AGA

This is a Full time job

Wonthaggi, Mornington Peninsula & Bass Coast VIC

Competitive salary + super + benefits

Professional development and career growth opportunitt
Immediate start!
Great hands on learning opportunity

Professional development and career growth opportunitt
Immediate start!
Great hands on learning opportunity

Water Operations Traineeship

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Water Officer

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Full time job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$77,250 - $97,991 per annum

Support fair, practical water compliance across South Region
Support fair, practical water compliance across South Region
Join an inclusive team managing Queensland’s water resources

Support fair, practical water compliance across South Region
Support fair, practical water compliance across South Region
Join an inclusive team managing Queensland’s water resources

Support water compliance work that protects Queensland communities and resources.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Water Services Operator - Grampians (Ararat)

at GWMWater

This is a Full time job

Ararat, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

$60,211 to $77,727 negotiable on experience

Full-time, ongoing role, based in Ararat
On the job training

Full-time, ongoing role, based in Ararat
On the job training

Do you enjoy working outdoors?

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Water Planning Officer

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$77,250 - $97,991 per annum

Work life balance with flexible work arrangements
Pathways for professional career advancement
Generous State government employee benefits

Work life balance with flexible work arrangements
Pathways for professional career advancement
Generous State government employee benefits

This opportunity is for recent graduates to gain skills and experience in water resource management, tackling Queensland's sustainable water future.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Environmental Water Operations Coordinator

at Mallee Catchment Management Authority

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$100,000 to $113,000

Lead environmental water delivery across iconic Mallee wetlands
Combine strong scientific understanding with operational execution
A supportive and flexible working environment

Lead environmental water delivery across iconic Mallee wetlands
Combine strong scientific understanding with operational execution
A supportive and flexible working environment

Work closely with government, water authorities and community partners to achieve real environmental outcomes.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Associate Director Water Deliverables

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $183,848 to $208,267 + super

Water Planning Deliverables
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location negotiable across NSW, hybrid working supported

Water Planning Deliverables
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location negotiable across NSW, hybrid working supported

Water Planning Deliverables. Hybrid working supported.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Water Planning Officer

at Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

$77,250 - $97,991 per annum

Work life balance with flexible work arrangements
Pathways for professional career advancement
Generous State government employee benefits

Work life balance with flexible work arrangements
Pathways for professional career advancement
Generous State government employee benefits

This opportunity is for recent graduates to gain skills and experience in water resource management, tackling Queensland's sustainable water future.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Water Licensing Support Officer

at Department for Environment and Water

This is a Full time job

Berri, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

$64,195 – $67,154 per year

Flexible working arrangements
Friendly work environment
Contribute to the achievement of team and organisational objectives

Flexible working arrangements
Friendly work environment
Contribute to the achievement of team and organisational objectives

Provision of administrative support to Water Licensing in SA whilst providing a high level of customer service.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Project Officer (Disaster Recovery)

at Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD

$90,868 to $99,582 p.a.

Fixed Term Temporary
Work in a collaborative environment
#Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts

Fixed Term Temporary
Work in a collaborative environment
#Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts

Play a key role in helping protect, restoration and maintenance of natural areas, reserves and landscapes and land management project

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Surface Water Engineer

at Airswift

This is a Full time job

Brisbane QLD

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

Work / life balance
Full workplace flexibility
Superb salary + bonus

Work / life balance
Full workplace flexibility
Superb salary + bonus

Be a part of career changing projects - Run the surface water design on a broad range of infrastructure jobs - Lead with full technical support

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Assessment and Compliance Officer

at Department for Environment and Water

This is a Full time job

Berri, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

ASO4 - $79,432 – $83,266 per year

Flexible working arrangements including working from home options
Collaborative and friendly work environment
Contribute to significant environmental outcomes

Flexible working arrangements including working from home options
Collaborative and friendly work environment
Contribute to significant environmental outcomes

The Assessment and Compliance Officer is responsible for contributing to the administration and implementation of the Landscape South Australia Act.

subClassification: Data Entry & Word ProcessingData Entry & Word Processing

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Water Monitoring Field Officer / Hydrographer - Deniliquin

at WaterNSW

This is a Full time job

Deniliquin, Wagga Wagga & Riverina NSW

$78,968 base + super

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative & diverse team
Grow your career in environmental & water management
Full training and mentoring provided

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative & diverse team
Grow your career in environmental & water management
Full training and mentoring provided

Grow your career in water monitoring & environmental management

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Engineering Roles - Water and Wastewater

at TWEED SHIRE COUNCIL

This is a Full time job

Tweed Heads, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW

Salary: an attractive base salary p/a + 12% super

Build your portfolio with diverse projects that develop your expertise & impact
Work-life balance. 9 day fortnight. 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport

Build your portfolio with diverse projects that develop your expertise & impact
Work-life balance. 9 day fortnight. 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport

Lead major water and wastewater projects across the Tweed - protect public health, support growth and deliver lasting environmental impact.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Native Vegetation Officer (Compliance)

at Department for Environment and Water

This is a Full time job

Adelaide SA

PO2 - $91,565 – $106,074 per year

Make a meaningful contribution to the conservation of SA's natural environment
Be part of a collaborative purpose driven team
Flexible working arrangements

Make a meaningful contribution to the conservation of SA's natural environment
Be part of a collaborative purpose driven team
Flexible working arrangements

Support the delivery of compliance activities under Native Vegetation legislation supporting conservation of South Australia's native vegetation.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Water Engineer

at Umwelt Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
Clear career pathways with genuine opportunities for growth and advancement
Additional Benefit of a #ME Day (Paid day off once a month)

One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
Clear career pathways with genuine opportunities for growth and advancement
Additional Benefit of a #ME Day (Paid day off once a month)

Join Umwelt in Brisbane as a Water Engineer, delivering surface and groundwater projects across key sectors with meaningful impact.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Associate Director Water Planning Projects

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $183,848 to $208,267 + super

Water Planning Projects
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Water Planning Projects
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Permanent ongoing role in Water Planning. Hybrid working supported.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Research Fellow in Water resources and Climate Change

at The University Of Melbourne

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$87266 - $118416 p.a. + 17% super

Drive climate adaptation research for water security in the Murray-Darling Basin
Apply now to co-design climate risk tools with diverse community partners
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Drive climate adaptation research for water security in the Murray-Darling Basin
Apply now to co-design climate risk tools with diverse community partners
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Advance climate-smart water decisions across the Murray-Darling Basin as a Research Fellow with OneBasin CRC.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21h ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Integrated Water Management Officer

at Moonee Valley City Council

This is a Full time job

Moonee Ponds, Melbourne VIC

12% superannuation

Full-Time Permanent role available
Classified as a Band 7
RDO available

Full-Time Permanent role available
Classified as a Band 7
RDO available

Moonee Valley City Council's Climate and Environment Resilience Team is currently seeking a Senior Integrated Water Management Officer.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

PhD Scholarships – Climate-Resilient Water (ARC Training Centre)

at The University of Queensland

This is a Full time job

Brisbane QLD

$35,000 – $50,000 per year

The ARC Training Centre for Climate-Resilient Water is recruiting domestic PhD candidates to join a national research program.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21d ago

Listed one day ago

Water Projects Engineer

at Logan City Council

This is a Full time job

Beenleigh, Brisbane QLD

$103k - $110k p.a.

Generous Leave Benefits | 17.5% Leave Loading + MORE!
Work life balance | 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs)
Guarantee pay increase in 2026 and 2027

Generous Leave Benefits | 17.5% Leave Loading + MORE!
Work life balance | 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs)
Guarantee pay increase in 2026 and 2027

Deliver water projects, manage contractors, ensure compliance, quality assets, and support city growth through engineering delivery.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Team Leader River Health and Recovery

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Broken Hill, Far West & North Central NSW(Hybrid)

$144,018 to $158,718 + super

Lead high‑impact river and wetland science programs, shaping policy and environmental outcomes across NSW while guiding a team of experts.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16h ago

Listed one day ago

Director Groundwater Knowledge & Water Insights

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

TRP ranging from $215,612 min to $240,558 max

Raise the profile of groundwater science, management and innovation in NSW
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Raise the profile of groundwater science, management and innovation in NSW
Permanent full-time opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported

Permanent full-time opportunity. Raise the profile of groundwater science, management and innovation.

subClassification: Natural Resources & WaterNatural Resources & Water

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Water Treatment Operator

at Bega Valley Shire Council

This is a Full time job

Bega, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$77,319.42 gross per annum

Permanent Full Time Position
38 hours per week
9 Day Fortnight

Permanent Full Time Position
38 hours per week
9 Day Fortnight

Operate and monitor treatment facilities to ensure regulatory compliance and achieve Strategic Business Plan objectives.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Water Resources Engineer

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive rate on offer

Perth Airport based
Strong exp in hydrology, hydraulic modelling, flood modelling & stormwater
12 months contract with possibility of extension

Perth Airport based
Strong exp in hydrology, hydraulic modelling, flood modelling & stormwater
12 months contract with possibility of extension

Seeking a Senior Water Resource Engineer to support hydrology, hydraulic modelling, flood risk and stormwater management across major mining projects

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Environmental Advisor

at Lactalis

This is a Full time job

Harvey, Bunbury & South West WA

$90,000 - $106,000 Plus Bonus Plus Super

Work with iconic Australian brands; Harvey Fresh, Oak, Ice Break & more!
Enjoy discounted health insurance, employee benefits & discounts!
Excellent Career Progression & Internal Training Opportunities Available

Work with iconic Australian brands; Harvey Fresh, Oak, Ice Break & more!
Enjoy discounted health insurance, employee benefits & discounts!
Excellent Career Progression & Internal Training Opportunities Available

Take ownership of site‑wide environmental compliance and lead wastewater performance that keeps Harvey Fresh running clean, safe and future‑ready.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Officer - Environmental Water

at Future Generation JV

This is a Full time job

Cooma, Tumut, Snowy & Monaro NSW

FIFO/DIDO Position - Flights and Accommodation covered
Charter flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
Uplift on base salary | Qantas Club Discount

FIFO/DIDO Position - Flights and Accommodation covered
Charter flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
Uplift on base salary | Qantas Club Discount

An exciting opportunity for an Environmental Water Officer to join the Snowy 2.0 project!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Construction(Construction)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Officer, Sector Resilience

at Water and Catchments - DEECA

This is a Full time job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$81,496 to $98,955 plus superannuation

Support the delivery of water sector projects and initiatives
Hybrid working- work from home arrangements available
Provide effective project coordination and administrative support

Support the delivery of water sector projects and initiatives
Hybrid working- work from home arrangements available
Provide effective project coordination and administrative support

The Project Officer contributes to the Department's water sector risk management, resilience and critical infrastructure resilience program

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago•Expiring

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