Hydrographer / River Hydrologist / Hydrometric Officer
Ventia
Leading essential infrastructure services provider operating, maintaining and managing critical public and private assets.
Field-based hydrography & water monitoring across regional VIC & NSW
7 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Tatura East, Victoria, Australia
Field
Company Size
35,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Technical Services
Facility Management
Asset Management
Infrastructure Services
Maintenance Services
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Telecommunications
Defence
Education
Energy Networks & Renewables
Health
Industrial
Justice
Role
Description
site surveys
discharge measurement
hydrometric installation
data management
environmental monitoring
oh&s compliance
Perform site surveys, discharge measurements, and cross-sectional profiling using ADV’s and ADCP’s
Coordinate with laboratories and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles
Install and maintain hydrometric stations and instrumentation
Ensure compliance with OH&S protocols and maintain high data quality standards
Conduct field-based environmental monitoring of surface and groundwater systems - Collect, analyse, and report streamflow and water quality data
Manage data using platforms such as HYDSTRA, ESDAT, and Campbells
Requirements
first aid
white card
excel
hydrological
sdi-12
4-20ma
Certified in First Aid and holds a White/Red Card (desirable)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiar with hydrological software
Skilled in using SDI-12 and 4–20mA instrumentation
A strong communicator with excellent time management and self-motivation
Willing to travel, including overnight stays –
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2021 Listing
Stock Market Milestone
The company was listed on both ASX and NZX in November 2021.
5Billion AUD Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
Generates over AUD 5 billion in annual revenue with strong profitability.
2020 Acquisition
Business Expansion
Acquired Broadspectrum (formerly Transfield Services) in 2020.
400 Sites Operated
Infrastructure Network
Operates over 400 sites across Australia and New Zealand.
Fused decades of engineering and service expertise into a single powerhouse.
Delivers end-to-end infrastructure services—from design and maintenance to decommissioning.
Typical projects include keeping hospitals, schools, and transport systems running, as well as building telecommunications networks and remediating contaminated land.
Specializes in defence, telecoms, transport, water and utilities, environmental works, and social infrastructure across public and private sectors.
Ensures 24/7 functionality of traffic, power, networks, and critical facilities.
Culture + Values
We put the safety and health of our people, our clients and our communities above all else.
Redefining Service Excellence through client focus, innovation and commitment to sustainability.
We seek to improve every day to deliver successful outcomes.
We simplify complexity, provide clarity and develop logical solutions.
We value strength and dependability, creativity and sustainable impact.
Environment + Sustainability
1.5 °C Limit
Paris Agreement Target
Committed to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 °C as per the Paris Agreement and UN SDG 13.
Halve Emissions by 2030
Science Based Targets Initiative
Aims to reduce global emissions by 50% by 2030 through the Science Based Targets initiative.
Signatory to SBTi
Net-zero target aligned with SBTi and Business Ambition
Pathway to net-zero with progress in GHG and energy data
Strategy focused on environment, social, and governance
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 20 Countries
Global Representation
Western Roads Upgrade team includes representatives from over 20 countries, showcasing global diversity in the workforce.
Workforce reflects diversity in background, age, gender, skills, experience and thought.
Zero‑tolerance approach to bullying, violence, discrimination and harassment.
Sustainability Council progressing workplace gender equality and equal rewards, resources and opportunities regardless of gender.
Independent Indigenous Advisory Board and Reconciliation Action Plan supporting Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori employment.