About Us

The Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority (CMA) was established in 1997 to effectively and efficiently deliver land, water and biodiversity programs that protect and enhance landscapes as well as support thriving communities.

We connect individuals and interest groups who live on, work with, and enjoy our land and waterways with reliable information, valuable opportunities, and inspirational motivation so that the community is informed, empowered, and enabled to create a sustainable South West Victoria.

We achieve this by employing passionate people who deliver our projects through the entire catchment area.

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 Crew Member is responsible for undertaking allocated tasks assigned by the Works Crew Leader in a cooperative team environment.

About You

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.

Values & Benefits

Our organisation is committed to our three key values of ‘Professional, Collaborative and Innovative' that underpin our workplace culture. Employees are provided with a range of challenging, rewarding and diverse work, with access to flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing initiatives and professional development opportunities.

We also offer:

• workplace flexibility through hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, TIL and more
• above award salary and leave entitlements 
• a people focused strategy, with a focus on inclusivity and diversity
• a leadership approach that aims for zero harm
• access to EAP services, for staff and immediate family members 

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Current Working with Children Check (can be obtained prior to appointment)
• Police Check (can be obtained prior to appointment)
• Completion of a pre-employment medical declaration and/or independent physical assessment (if required)
• Must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Further Information

To learn more about this opportunity please see our website and access the Position Description

For further information please contact Craig Reid, Waterway Programs Delivery Manager on 03•• •••526 or via ••••@ghcma.vic.gov.au

Applications close 9am Monday 7th September 2026 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.