Environment and Recycling Officer

About the role

The primary function is to administer the environmental compliance of East Gippsland Water operations, with support and guidance from the Coordinator Environment and Recycling. This is achieved through the EGW Environment Management System (EMS), utilising in-house risk management systems, site monitoring, internal auditing and incident investigation.

The role also provides support for the administration of EGW’s recycled water and biosolids management program.  The Officer will also respond to wastewater quality exceedances, and address customer complaints and enquiries relating to water recycling plants and other wastewater-based assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Environmental Management System (EMS), including legal and risk registers for recycled water and biosolids.
• Manage and maintain water quality data within the Water Information Management System (WIMS).
• Support ISO 14001 compliance activities, including audit preparation and continuous improvement.
• Use CAMMS to manage environmental and recycled water risks, actions and controls.
• Coordinate recycled water sampling and analysis to meet licence and guideline requirements.
• Monitor recycled water quality and storage levels, responding to exceedances and escalating issues as required.
• Assist with environmental incident response, including after-hours and emergency support.
• Work with Treatment teams to manage algae in line with the Algae Risk Management Plan.
• Support biosolids storage and reuse programs, including sampling and reporting.
• Respond professionally to recycled water quality enquiries and complaints.
• Apply health, safety and environmental systems, including safe sampling and risk assessments.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture with accurate record keeping.

Benefits of working for East Gippsland Water:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career opportunities.
• Access exclusive discounts and perks through our Flare employee benefits platform.
• Corporate Gym Membership- allows staff to access reduced rate membership.
• Work-life balance- Monday to Friday schedule, allowing your evenings and weekends to personal time and family.
• EAP program- Services include but not limited employee counselling, professional development, career and financial coaching and more.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Commitment to sustainability and community impact.
• Access to modern technology and tools to support innovation.
• Inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.

EGW- Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle. We take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community. 

Apply now!
Applications should include a resume and covering letter outlining how you can contribute to the team’s success and outlining your skills and experience against the KEY SELECTION CRITERIA responsibilities of the role.

To find out more about this position, you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website egwater.vic.gov.au/positions-vacant, or by emailing our People & Culture team at [email protected] or on 03 5150 4444.

Applications close on Tuesday 17^th February 2026. 

East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment, offering ongoing professional development opportunities, a workplace culture that supports work-life balance, and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace, we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men, First Nations People, people with differing abilities, LGBTQI+, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.
* This role has been classified as per our Enterprise Agreement as a Band 3 position, ($72,912.23 - $94,710.54 per annum)

* Plus 12% employer superannuation contribution. We reserve the right to remunerate successful candidates within the span of this classification dependant on demonstrated skills, experience and qualifications.

*Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and National Police Check.