Environmental Compliance Officer
Join our team and help support environmental compliance and continuous improvement across LMW by providing technical advice, managing risks and contributing to sustainable operational outcomes.
| Salary | Band 3 commencing from $84,664 per year (plus superannuation) |
| Employment type | Full time |
| Location | Mildura, Victoria |
| Applications close | 5pm Tuesday 16 June 2026 |
| Mandatory/key requirements | Driver’s license, Criminal background check, Confirmation of fitness for work, Vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Q fever |
About the role:
The Environmental Compliance Officer joins LMW’s Environment Team and plays a key role in supporting the organisation to manage environmental impacts, meet legal obligations and improve environmental performance through continuous improvement. The role provides technical advice across a broad range of environmental management and compliance matters.
Working closely with teams across the business, this position helps achieve compliance with EPA licenses and permits, supports environmental assessments and management plans, contributes to environmental risk management and reporting, and helps strengthen LMW’s environmental management framework and processes. The role also builds positive working relationships that support environmental awareness and the integration of environmental considerations into day-to-day operations and decision-making.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist with the review, development and implementation of risk management and monitoring programs for LMW’s wastewater treatment plants.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of LMW’s environmental management framework consistent with ISO 14001 principles.
- Support compliance with the Environment Protection Act 2017 and broader environmental obligations across areas such as waste, pollution, recycled water, land management, biodiversity and pest and weed management.
- Secure environmental approvals and help maintain compliance with EPA licence and permit conditions for operational activities.
- Develop management plans, processes and procedures that support regulatory compliance and environmental risk mitigation.
- Undertake compliance reporting, including incident notifications, investigations, National Pollutant Inventory reporting and support for annual reporting requirements.
- Provide environmental advice, review technical documentation and contribute to environmental training and awareness across the business.
About you:
We’re looking for a capable and motivated environmental professional with strong technical knowledge, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively across the business, along with the following:
- Tertiary qualifications in science, environmental studies, engineering or an approved equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrated experience undertaking compliance inspections, audits and environmental risk assessments.
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations, with the ability to interpret requirements and support organisational compliance.
- Experience in the development, implementation and maintenance of an Environmental Management System.
- Ability to analyse complex information, prepare clear reports and communicate technical matters effectively to different audiences.
- Ability to build positive stakeholder relationships, contribute to team priorities and travel to local and remote sites as required.
Working with us:
At Lower Murray Water (LMW), your skills and experience are valued. We encourage innovation and collaboration, and we’re committed to helping you grow. Through ongoing development and learning opportunities, you’ll have the support you need to build a rewarding career.
Benefits include:
- Inclusive, friendly culture
- Flexible options to support work-life balance
- Dynamic, varied work environment
- Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Program
- Career and leadership development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits under our Enterprise Agreement.
How to apply:
To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a covering letter/email that outlines how your skills, experience and capability align with the key responsibilities of the Environmental Compliance Officer position.
Email your application to recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au by 5pm Tuesday 16 June 2026. Enquiries can be directed to Janahan Cumarasamy – Team Leader Environment on 0455 231 184 or the Recruitment email address.
To apply for this role, you must have the right to work in Australia.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve.
If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052.
About us:
LMW delivers essential water services to approximately 80,000 urban and rural customers along the Murray River. Our service region spans the traditional lands of First Nations Peoples, from Barapa Barapa at Koondrook through Latji Latji in Mildura to Ngintait near the South Australian border. We operate both urban and rural water businesses, supporting households, commercial enterprises and large-scale irrigation. As a regional leader, LMW plays a key role in driving social, environmental and economic outcomes which strengthen community prosperity.