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Barwon Water

Barwon Water is Victoria's largest regional urban water corporation.

Barwon Water was provides world standard services to more than 270,000 permanent residents over 8,100 square kilometres. We have a $1.067 billion asset base which includes 5,640 kilometres of pipes, 10 major reservoirs, 10 water treatment plants and nine water reclamation plants.

Barwon Water is a major employer in the region, with 410 operational, engineering, strategic planning, financial and administrative employees.

Working with Barwon Water is not just a career choice, it's a lifestyle choice, the smartest one you'll make. Enjoy some of Australia's finest scenery, wineries, beaches, affordable housing, no traffic and world-class educational and medical facilities.

Barwon Water is leading the industry in securing water supplies for the future and is embarking on the most ambitious major works and capital investment in 100 years. To help us complete these projects, we are looking for driven people, including graduates, to fill key roles. In return, we will provide valuable  work, flexible employment conditions, lifestyle comfort and an investment in the development of your future.

Barwon Water has developed a 'strategic intent' that includes strong commitments to innovation, the environment, core services and community engagement. Graduates will be exposed to our main work sites, which will enable them to gain a sound understanding of the functions of Barwon Water.

Graduates can expect to work in one of our six divisions:

  • Water Systems
  • Finance and Administration
  • Strategy and Technology
  • Customers & Communication
  • Capital Projects and Greenhouse
  • Organisational Development.

The responsibilities of the roles offered to graduates will vary however most positions are entry level and provide an opportunity to utilise the knowledge and experience gained from their studies.

Barwon Water is committed to creating a challenging work environment for our people including graduates. We provide excellent training and development opportunities, and attempt to focus on a range of learning techniques that will provide strategic, long term learning outcomes for employees, thus increasing the long-term performance of the organisation. These include:

  • on-the-job skill (competency) enhancement
  • performance management
  • innovation and creativity
  • mentoring programs
  • employee education
  • online education

Additional information:

For more information, please visit the Barwon Water website.

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1st July 2011