Environment Specialist

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

We are excited to offer a fixed term opportunity joining our Environmental Business Unit in Leederville. You will work closely with a high performing team of professionals to support the Aboriginal Communities Water Services (ACWS) program.

Our ACWS program was established in July 2023 to manage the transition from the Department of Communities to Water Corporation, providing safe and reliable water services to Aboriginal communities. The ACWS program is a critical component of our Thrive2035 goals, our Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Strategy, and the transformation roadmap. Your work will support the design, construction, and operation of ACWS assets, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and environmental sustainability goals.

What the role will involve

• Conduct critical evaluations of Environmental Risk Assessments (ERAs), applying structured benchmarking to ensure alignment with Environment BU methodologies and risk criteria.
• Develop and integrate dashboards to support Environmental Risk Assessments (ERAs) and internal reporting protocols.
• Provide strategic technical guidance and advice on risk to environmental values through asset acquisition process.
• Assess regulatory risk and propose WWTP upgrade parameters that are “fit for purpose”.
• Support the development of process control tables and environmental monitoring plans based on environmental risk and disposal pathways.
• Prepare and submit WWTP licence applications under Western Australian regulatory frameworks.
• Author and maintain Environmental Management Framework documentation and tools, including procedures and risk assessment methodologies.

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, offering up to 16%. This includes 12% 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.

About you

• A qualified environmental professional with a degree in environmental science or engineering and proven experience in environmental management
• Substantial experience in dealing with environmental assessment
• Considerable experience with processes under environmental legislation and their management in a large, diverse, commercial or regulatory organisation
• Considerable experience interacting with regulators, stakeholders and interest groups
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill promoting and leading the Corporation in achieving sustainable environmental outcomes accelerating environmental sustainability
• Experience in asset planning and operations is highly regarded
• Familiarity with geodatabases

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.  

Applications close Sunday 2nd November 2025

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