Treatment and Land Planning & Optimisation - Planner

Position overview

• Permanent, Full-Time opportunity
• $100,243.98 - $116,951.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• Applicants who hold the relevant Chartered Credential (Engineers Australia) may be eligible for up to $135,329.40

About us

We’re on a mission to create a brighter future, where you can be a change maker at the actual source. We’re one of Australia’s largest water utilities with over 30% of Victoria’s population relying on us for their essential water and sanitation services.

Our award-winning culture fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that enables our people to thrive. Here, you’ll be inspired and challenged to grow alongside us.

We're committed to reconciliation and supporting the self-determined role for Traditional Owners / Custodians in water and land management.

The Role

Are you a strategic and collaborative problem-solver who enjoys creating real-world impact? We're looking for a Treatment and Land Planning & Optimisation Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll translate high-level plans into actionable projects and programs, ensuring our operations are resilient, compliant, and responsive to our customers' needs. Your work will directly contribute to how we manage risks and deliver value, all while preparing for future service demands.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a dynamic and supportive environment and can balance long-term strategic thinking with hands-on, day-to-day delivery. You'll be instrumental in optimizing our asset management and maintenance programs to ensure we're always running at our best. We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to grow.

Your key responsibilities

What we’re looking for

To view the full position description, click HERE.

Why Yarra Valley Water?

We celebrate and encourage new thinking at every level. Creating opportunities for you to grow – both professionally, and personally. When you flourish, we all do.

To read more about our benefits and culture, read our employee handbook HERE .

Did you know?

Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

How to apply

Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.

Closing date : 24th October 2025

This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants.

We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds. If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please call 03 9872 2542 or email dei@yvw.com.au . If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email recruit@yvw.com.au .

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.

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