Frequently Asked Questions for Job Seekers
- I want to work at Melbourne Water but there are currently no positions I wish to apply for. Can I send my CV for you to keep on file in case a suitable position becomes available?
- When are positions for Melbourne Water’s graduate program advertised on this website?
- How long does the recruitment process take?
- What does Melbourne Water look for in prospective employees?
- What type of graduates does Melbourne Water employ?
- Does Melbourne Water take mature age students in the graduate program?
- Does Melbourne Water support further study?
- Where will I work if I get a job at Melbourne Water?
1. I want to work at Melbourne Water but there are currently no positions I wish to apply for. Can I send my CV for you to keep on file in case a suitable position becomes available?
Unfortunately we do not have the capacity at this stage to keep resumes on file. You can search all current job vacancies at Jobs at Melbourne Water and set up a dedicated Job Alert email to be informed when new positions become available.
2. When are positions for Melbourne Water’s graduate program advertised on this website?
To register for automatic notification of when graduate applications open, please register for Job Alerts.
3. How long does the recruitment process take?
Our recruitment process involves a number of steps including initial resume screening, phone discussion, interview/s, online testing and reference checks.
After the closing date of a position an applicant should be notified of their application status within approximately three weeks. This timeline may be longer for the graduate recruitment process due to the high volume of applications we receive.
The process for graduate positions at Melbourne Water also includes a panel review by graduate managers, which may extend the recruitment process. We will aim to let candidates know the outcome of shortlisting as soon as possible.
4. What does Melbourne Water look for in prospective employees?
Applicants should demonstrate skills specific to the position they are applying for, as well as display the following attributes:
- Team orientation
- Customer focus
- Problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Innovation
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Critical and independent thinking
5. What type of graduates does Melbourne Water employ?
Melbourne Water graduates come from a number of disciplines with a diverse range of professional interests. For example, Bachelor of Engineering, Environmental Science, Communications.
6. Does Melbourne Water take mature age students in the graduate program?
Yes. Melbourne Water does not discriminate against anyone applying to work as part of the Graduate Development Program based on his or her age, gender, ethnicity etc.
7. Does Melbourne Water support further study?
Yes. Melbourne Water supports further study either financially or by allowing time away from work to attend to study commitments.
8. Where will I work if I get a job at Melbourne Water?
Melbourne Water has a large number of work locations. When advertising positions we include details of where the position will be based. Some of the main locations are:
- Head office, East Melbourne, relocating to Docklands in 2012
- Eastern Treatment Plant, Carrum
- Brooklyn Pumping Station, Brooklyn
- Western Treatment Plant, Werribee
- Winneke Water Treatment Plant, Christmas Hills
- Tarago Water Treatment Plant, Tarago
- Healesville Water Maintenance Operations, Healesville
If you have any other questions please contact us online.