The role of Catchment Maintenance Officer will see you working in a crew assisting with environmental sustainability of waterways and catchment areas around the Central Coast. There is an emphasis on restoring and maintaining riparian, aquatic ecosystems and Storm Water Quality Improvement Devices (SQIDs) for the purpose of improving waterway stability and water quality.

Reporting to the Team Leader Environmental Infrastructure Catchments, this role will see you be responsible for working to ensure that these standards of quality are achieved allowing for the enjoyment of native vegetation and natural systems for future and current generations.

This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Applicant Profile

- a certificate III qualification in Applied Science, Conservation Land Management, Bush Regeneration or related field OR demonstrated solid contemporary experience in a similar role, combined with ongoing career development
- a valid Construction General Induction Card - NSW SafeWork or equivalent
- demonstrated experience in operations of natural areas management and restoration e.g. SQIDs, wetland ecology, river and stream processes and riparian rehabilitation




- previous experience in minor construction works
- demonstrated experience in the interpretation of the principles and practices associated with managing native vegetation and natural systems including practical bush regeneration techniques
- the ability to read and interpret work plans, drawings, designs, and specifications with experience in administration, scheduling and delivery of operational work programs.

The commencing salary for this position is up to $70.7k per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $81.9k on completion of assessment of skills and/ or performance plus 12% superannuation plus a $20.29 per week working allowance

- We have a permanent full-time role available
- This role will be able to access a 9 day fortnight
- This role is located at Council's Erina Works Depot.

Want to know more?

The contact person for this role is Matthew Barnett, Team Leader Environmental Infrastructure Catchments.You can contact Matthew on 0400 685 ***.

This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 1 November 2026.

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📌 Catchment Maintenance Officer (Gosford)
🏢 Central Coast Council NSW
📍 Gosford