Environment Advisor

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.

About the role

Our team is growing! Water Corporation is making significant investments in large-scale water and wastewater projects over the next decade to support housing development, population growth and addressing the challenges of climate change. We are expanding our Approvals & Delivery Team and looking for passionate individuals to join us. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that plays a vital role in shaping sustainable water solutions for the future of Western Australia.

We have multiple opportunities for Environment Advisors to support Water Corporation in delivering environmental outcomes by supporting the development and implementation of environmental approval strategies, providing environmental advice and delivering environmental approval documentation.  This role will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of environmental management project strategy as it relates to project design and environmental approvals across a broad spectrum of project life cycles. This role will be based in our Leederville office and will report to a Team Leader – Approvals Delivery.

What the role will involve

• Support the development and execution of environmental management project strategy across the full project life cycle in Water Corporation assets.
• Provide advice and develop project documentation to navigate State and Commonwealth environmental legislation and associated legal instruments, associated with desalination, water sourcing, pipelines, wastewater treatment and disposal within terrestrial and marine environments across Western Australia.
• Support the management of change for new environmental compliance obligations and legislation changes, including effective communication to stakeholders.
• Support improvements to the EMS standards and procedures, to ensure the Corporation meets its environmental management objectives under Thrive 2035.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours and part time options available
• Mentoring and career development with highly experienced environmental practitioners
• 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
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme: Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%
• 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.

About you

• The role will suit entry level or early career individuals
• Degree qualification in environmental science, science, engineering or natural resources management
• Experience delivering project approvals, Environmental Impact Assessments and environmental management plans
• Knowledge of relevant State and Commonwealth legislation associated with environmental management in the water industry (particularly the Environmental Protection Act 1986 and the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999)
• Experience in supporting project outcomes aligned with corporate objectives through working with multidisciplinary teams, within and external to your organisation
• Capability to work independently, within teams and the ability to establish constructive working relationships within the multidiscipline Water Corporation teams

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. 

As part of the recruitment process you may 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.

Applications close Sunday 18^th January 2026

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