Catchment Ranger
Job no: 2181
Category: Maintenance, Operations & Reliability
Being the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation services, we’re on a journey to evolve and transform WA’s water future. To do this, we need unique insights, ideas and talents from employees that reflect the diversity of the community we service.
Irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation, Water Corporation is a great place to work.
- Secure a Permanent Role with Flexibility – Enjoy a stable career with flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary of $83,210 + Super + Benefits.
- Be Part of Our Operations Team in Collie – Work at our Collie Depot, contributing to a dynamic and supportive team environment.
- Everything You Need to Succeed – We provide a work vehicle, uniform, and all the essential equipment to get the job done.
About the role
We’re looking for a dedicated Catchment Ranger to provide daytime and after-hours support across catchment areas and Surface Water Operations sites. Based at our Collie depot, this permanent role involves inspecting and maintaining assets, conducting surveillance, and ensuring compliance with business management processes and systems within Surface and Ground Water Catchment areas.
Join us in safeguarding essential water resources while working in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
What you can expect with this role
Step into a critical and rewarding role where you'll oversee catchment surveillance, sampling, and incident response to ensure the protection of vital water resources. Your responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring & Sampling – Conduct stream and reservoir sampling, perform surveillance of surface and groundwater catchment areas, and monitor land users and public activities to safeguard water quality.
- Patrolling & Emergency Response – Undertake routine after-hours patrols and respond to emergencies such as bushfires, missing persons, and pollution incidents.
- Inspections & Compliance – Oversee Mining, Timber Harvesting, and Permitted property operations, ensuring compliance with catchment management strategies.
- Collaboration & Enforcement – Work alongside Police, DBCA, Shires, and Fisheries on joint patrols and contingencies while enforcing bylaws under DWER delegated authority.
- Public & Professional Engagement – Support corporate, professional, and public information activities to enhance awareness and environmental stewardship.
Join a team dedicated to safeguarding essential water resources, ensuring compliance, and protecting the environment.
Your skills and experience
We’re looking for candidates with the following skills and experience to excel in this role:
- Industry Qualifications – Certificate III in National Water Industry Package or relevant Surface Water Operations experience/trade qualification (or progression towards).
- Leadership & Management – Certificate IV in Leadership or Management (or progression towards) with considerable experience in catchment management and surface water scheme operations.
- Field-Based Experience – Extensive hands-on industry experience, including a strong customer service background working with the public.
- Catchment Expertise – Catchment Ranger Level 2 certification and/or equivalent experience.
- Licensing & Technical Skills – Possession of a Western Australian “C” Class Driver’s Licence (4WD experience desirable) and proficiency in mobile computing to manage work orders and complete reports.
- Physical Capability – Ability to undertake surveillance, monitoring, and by-law enforcement across catchment areas.
- Specialist Experience – Significant experience in water-related operations or a customer service-related role within the industry.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Applications close 17th June 2025
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
Job no: 2181
Category: Maintenance, Operations & Reliability
Being the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation services, we’re on a journey to evolve and transform WA’s water future. To do this, we need unique insights, ideas and talents from employees that reflect the diversity of the community we service.
Irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation, Water Corporation is a great place to work.
- Secure a Permanent Role with Flexibility – Enjoy a stable career with flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary of $83,210 + Super + Benefits.
- Be Part of Our Operations Team in Collie – Work at our Collie Depot, contributing to a dynamic and supportive team environment.
- Everything You Need to Succeed – We provide a work vehicle, uniform, and all the essential equipment to get the job done.
About the role
We’re looking for a dedicated Catchment Ranger to provide daytime and after-hours support across catchment areas and Surface Water Operations sites. Based at our Collie depot, this permanent role involves inspecting and maintaining assets, conducting surveillance, and ensuring compliance with business management processes and systems within Surface and Ground Water Catchment areas.
Join us in safeguarding essential water resources while working in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
Who are we?
When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.
If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.
Real benefits that matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
What you can expect with this role
Step into a critical and rewarding role where you'll oversee catchment surveillance, sampling, and incident response to ensure the protection of vital water resources. Your responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring & Sampling – Conduct stream and reservoir sampling, perform surveillance of surface and groundwater catchment areas, and monitor land users and public activities to safeguard water quality.
- Patrolling & Emergency Response – Undertake routine after-hours patrols and respond to emergencies such as bushfires, missing persons, and pollution incidents.
- Inspections & Compliance – Oversee Mining, Timber Harvesting, and Permitted property operations, ensuring compliance with catchment management strategies.
- Collaboration & Enforcement – Work alongside Police, DBCA, Shires, and Fisheries on joint patrols and contingencies while enforcing bylaws under DWER delegated authority.
- Public & Professional Engagement – Support corporate, professional, and public information activities to enhance awareness and environmental stewardship.
Join a team dedicated to safeguarding essential water resources, ensuring compliance, and protecting the environment.
Your skills and experience
We’re looking for candidates with the following skills and experience to excel in this role:
- Industry Qualifications – Certificate III in National Water Industry Package or relevant Surface Water Operations experience/trade qualification (or progression towards).
- Leadership & Management – Certificate IV in Leadership or Management (or progression towards) with considerable experience in catchment management and surface water scheme operations.
- Field-Based Experience – Extensive hands-on industry experience, including a strong customer service background working with the public.
- Catchment Expertise – Catchment Ranger Level 2 certification and/or equivalent experience.
- Licensing & Technical Skills – Possession of a Western Australian “C” Class Driver’s Licence (4WD experience desirable) and proficiency in mobile computing to manage work orders and complete reports.
- Physical Capability – Ability to undertake surveillance, monitoring, and by-law enforcement across catchment areas.
- Specialist Experience – Significant experience in water-related operations or a customer service-related role within the industry.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Applications close 17th June 2025
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website
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