Our organisation

We take pride in partnering with the community in providing quality water and waste services so we can enjoy a healthy and sustainable Gippsland for generations to come.

Our people are our most important asset. They help us achieve successful outcomes for our customers, community and environment.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Embracing diversity helps us understand and engage better with the people and communities we work in. Creating an environment that encourages everyone to fully contribute and reach their full potential is part of what makes it great to work here. We aim to be as diverse and vibrant as our community. We embrace different perspectives and support all our people to achieve fulfilling careers and work-life balance.

The role

As the Land Development Officer, you’ll process connection and developer works applications, assess planning permits referrals, making impactful decisions that align with industry standards, legal frameworks, and our internal policies.

In this role, we’d love your skill set to include a customer focused approach, engaging communication style and sound corporate systems skills. You’ll enjoy investigating issues, assessing options and making balanced recommendations to ensure compliance and standards are achieved whilst working as part of the broader team providing best value service.

What you’ll bring

Experience in interpreting and applying legislative, regulatory and policy requirements and guidelines to make objective decisions to complex issues. Ability to read plans.

History of working effectively as part of a team and contribute to the team’s success.

Demonstrated ability to train, provide guidance and mentor others.

Well-developed oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the provision of complex information to a diverse range of audiences.

Freedom

We offer a variety of flexible arrangements to suit our employees varied needs and the business, including purchased leave, varied start and finish times, working from alternative locations and accrued days off. We understand that Gippsland Water and our customers benefit from enabling our employees to achieve balance in work and life.

How to apply

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Rachel Reid, Team Leader Property Development on 0417 000 979.

Applications close 4 July 2025.

Before applying for the position applicants should read the position description and included selection criteria. All applicants need to provide a statement addressing all selection criteria along with a copy of your current resume to be considered for this position.

Please note that if you do not fully address the selection criteria you may be excluded from being shortlisted for further progression in the recruitment process.

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

Further information: A position description and instructions on how to apply can be obtained from our website www.gippswater.com.au/careers or by contacting Recruitment on 03 5177 4709.