Crew Civil with Fire

Make a Difference in Melbourne Water's Critical Water and Land Operations by filling the role of Crew Civil with Fire. This is a unique field-based role that combines civil maintenance, heavy plant operation in remote and forested areas, and emergency fire response across some of Melbourne Water's most critical water supply assets and surrounding catchments.

The successful candidate will bring strong civil construction and maintenance experience in forest environments, advanced plant operation skills, and a demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and emergency response.

About the Role

Reporting to the Program Lead Delivery Warburton, you will contribute to the delivery of maintenance and project works across Melbourne Water's Waterways and Land assets while supporting the operation and surveillance of the Upper Yarra, O’Shannassay, and Tributaries.

Key responsibilities include

Delivering civil maintenance and project activities across Melbourne Water assets. Operating and maintaining a range of civil construction plant and equipment. Responding to operational incidents and emergencies such as bushfires. Contributing to Melbourne Water's firefighting capability through fire preparedness, emergency response and tactical field operations.

Maintaining a strong focus on health, safety and environmental performance. Essential Requirements: To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have: Completed Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) Crew level or above training. Demonstrated experience with participating in fire response activities. Current competency and experience operating Backhoe, Dozer and other heavy plant in forested and remote terrain.

Experience operating a range of civil construction equipment. Proven experience in civil maintenance, construction, land management or related field operations. Strong commitment to safe work practices and hazard identification. Ability to work effectively in remote environments and challenging conditions. Current driver's licence and live within the 30mins from the Warbuton work centre.

Fire and Emergency Response Requirements This role plays a critical part in Melbourne Water's emergency response capability. The successful applicant must: Maintain current fire qualifications and operational readiness. Participate in fire response and preparedness activities. Be available for a 24-hour recall roster to support bushfire emergencies.

Participate in seasonal fire rosters and emergency deployments as required. Maintain the fitness and capability standards required for operational fire response.

What We're Looking For

You will be a practical and safety-focused team member who enjoys working outdoors, operating heavy machinery, solving problems in the field, and contributing to the protection of Melbourne Water's critical assets and catchments. Your ability to work collaboratively, respond calmly under pressure, and support both civil delivery and emergency response operations will be key to your success in this role.

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form. Closing date: 16 October at 11:55 pm AEST.