Engagement Co-ordinator - Traditional Owners and Strategy

Do you excel at building strong relationships, communicating with purpose, and working collaboratively across diverse groups? Are you motivated by meaningful work that creates long-term impact? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
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Department: Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water Corporation
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Communications, Marketing and Media
Classification: Band C (BTW)
Work Location: Western - Horsham
Reference: VG/6081
Closing Date: 10-Jul-2026
Salary Range: $92,783 - $102,164
Job Duration: N/A
Attachments: Engagement Coordinator TO and Strategy, Position No. 6081, Vacant.pdf (PDF, 416KB)
Position Description

Contact: Rob Somers
robbie.somers@gwmwater.org.au

Position Details

GWMWater is an innovative and progressive employer that is committed to contributing to the sustainable growth of communities within the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions.

We provide a great work environment based on respect, professionalism and accountability to attract and retain the best people to GWMWater and the region.

We do this by:

  • Supporting staff, suppliers and contractors to achieve zero harm
  • Offering a flexible and stimulating workplace and investing in our people to enable us to adapt to the changing needs of our region.
  • Building the capability and culture of our people into a more highly skilled, professional, customer focused and efficient organisation.

We offer exceptional working conditions including an active social club, attractive parental leave and other contemporary and flexible working arrangements to assist staff achieve an effective work life balance.

The role is located in Horsham, the capital of the beautiful Wimmera region, and is only three hours from Melbourne or the magnificent Victorian South West Coast. The region boasts access to many national parks including the Grampians and Mt Arapiles. Horsham offers a warm and welcoming community for those wanting to experience a safe and healthy rural lifestyle. This progressive city boasts first class health, educational, cultural, sporting and social facilities.  

To read more about GWMWater and why we are a great place to work, please click here.

 

Currently applications are being sought for:

Engagement Co-ordinator - Traditional Owners and Strategy (Fixed Term, 2 Years)

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping how Traditional Owner perspectives are embedded across our organisation.

At GWMWater, we're looking for an Engagement Coordinator – Traditional Owners and Strategy who can confidently work at the intersection of community, strategy and cultural leadership. In this role, you'll support the development of strong, respectful partnerships with Traditional Owners and other key stakeholders, helping to ensure their voices are reflected in our planning and decision-making.

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Cultural awareness and a genuine commitment to respectful partnerships
  • High-level communication and facilitation capabilities
  • The ability to think strategically while delivering practical outcomes
  • A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

This role is ideal for someone who values collaboration, cultural understanding, and contributing to work that has lasting significance for communities and Country.

Flexible working options: Flexible working arrangements can be considered; however, the role requires attendance at in-person meetings with stakeholders across our service area. Part-time or job share arrangements may also be considered for the right candidate.

Join us and be part of a team committed to meaningful engagement and positive, lasting impact.

 

Click 'Apply' now to join a great team!

Applications close: Friday 10 July 2026

GWMWater contact: Robbie Somers, Manager Communications and Engagement on 1300 659 961


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