Yarra Valley Water

Led by purpose. Driven by people.🚀 That's us! At Yarra Valley Water, we share a common goal: creating a better future for our customers, communities, and the environment. We provide vital water and sewerage services to over 2 million Victorians and 61,000 businesses every day. 🏘️ Future focussed and innovative, we are producing our own renewable electricity, promoting recycling, and finding better ways to use water to protect our supplies for the future.💧⚡♻️ With over 800 employees, our strong culture continues to attract people to our organisation and we’re always working to improve it - to meet the evolving needs and expectations of our customers and communities. Be inspired, be challenged, and grow with us: https://lnkd.in/ggtHjwpk #careersinwater #jobs #careers #renewableenergy #recycledwater #energy #sustainablejobs #watersector

Big win for the Wollert Community Farm! 🌱 A $1 million Commonwealth Government grant from Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts will boost this award-winning project, creating more volunteering, training and job opportunities for the local community. We’re proud partners with Whittlesea Community Connections to deliver this innovative farm which utilises recycled water and fosters positive land management practices. ♻️ Find out more 👀 👇 Andrew Giles #Community #Sustainability #Environment

We welcome Dr Dale Andrea, PhD to the Yarra Valley Water team as our new General Manager, Service Futures. Dr Andrea brings a wealth of experience in leading digital transformation and enhancing customer experience. His focus on process and system improvements will build on our ongoing efforts to transform services around customers’ needs. Welcome to the team, Dr Andrea! Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eNpd_CTe

Good news, Melbourne – water storage levels are expected to remain secure for the year ahead, with water restrictions not expected in the coming 12 months. But it’s up to all of us to make every drop count. 📈 Melbourne’s population grew by 140,000 last year, and we’ll need more water than what flows into our dams to keep up with demand. 💧 Melburnians used more water on average this year, with daily usage rising to 163 litres per person, up from 161 litres last year. 🥵 Storage levels can drop quickly if we experience dry spells.   Together with Greater Western Water, Melbourne Water, and South East Water, we’ve been tracking Greater Melbourne’s water levels, usage and future needs. Learn more https://lnkd.in/grZS7wv2

With the help of our #CommunityGrants, a gloomy outdoor space will be tranformed into an edible garden oasis for young families experiencing vulnerability and disadvantage. 🌱 The Lighthouse Foundation - an organisation supporting young people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness - will install a 2500-litre rainwater tank as part of a project to create a sustainable and therapeutic garden for young parents and their children at The Lighthouse home in Heathmont. The support means the garden could be maintained with water in an environmentally responsible way, while providing a safe space for the home's residents. Learn more about the positive impact of our commuity grants: https://lnkd.in/gbBwSY_v #Garden #CommunityGrants #LocalCommunity #Gardening #WaterConservation #RainwaterHarvesting #Permaculture #Farm

The Yarra Valley Water Board has commenced the search for YVW’s next Managing Director, following the announcement that long-serving MD Pat McCafferty will step down from his role at the end of June 2025.   Chair Gabrielle Bell acknowledged Pat’s enormous contribution to the water sector over a long career, including 11 years as Managing Director of YVW.   “Pat is a hugely respected leader in the water sector and will continue to lead the organisation through to the end of June 2025.   “YVW is known for its constructive culture, customer focus and high performance, and Pat will continue to work closely with the Board to ensure a smooth transition for the business.   “The Board has engaged an executive search firm to support the recruitment process for the next MD. The role is currently open and we anticipate making an appointment and subsequent announcement in 2025.”   For more information about the position, contact Korn Ferry via email: YarraValleyWaterMD@kornferry.com

We’re proud to stand with over 40 businesses across Australia as part of the Respect and Protect initiative, to help stop financial abuse. We know that some abusers misuse essential services to threaten victim-survivors or accrue debts in their name. We’re doubling down to ensure that doesn’t happen. Our commitment is clear: 🟠 Zero tolerance: We will not allow our processes, practices, or services to be used to perpetrate abuse. 🟠 Taking action: If we detect abuse involving water services or accounts, we will act to stop it and prevent it from recurring. 🟠 Strengthening our support: We’re always working to make our policies, systems, training, and support better for both staff and customers. This isn’t new for us—it’s part of our ongoing commitment to address family violence. Joining Respect and Protect reflects our strengthened approach and zero-tolerance stance. During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, we’re reminded of the urgency: 🔸 More than 1 in 3 women in Australia experience men’s violence. 🔸 Every 10 days, a woman is killed by a man she knows. We all have a role in breaking this cycle. Let’s act together to stop family violence and financial abuse. 💜 Learn more about our pledge to respect and protect 👉 https://lnkd.in/gE3dsm8v #RespectAndProtect #16DaysOfActivism #FamilyViolenceResponse

Financial abuse is a serious issue. As part of the 16 Days of Activism, we’re teaming up with Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation to host a FREE online workshop: Financial Wellbeing for Women. Learn strategies to boost your financial confidence and independence from experts including: Jenny Rolfe-Wallace: Host of the "It's Not About The Money" podcast and a financial wellbeing educator. Natasha Janssens (GAICD): Author of Wonder Woman's Guide to Money and founder of Women with Cents. Tomorrow, Tuesday 10 December, 7 pm to 8 pm Bookings required: www.wml.vic.gov.au More info 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-y4d8aq #16DaysOfActivism #FinancialWellness #WomenEmpowerment

We're passionate about supporting the communities we serve. 🏘️   That's why we offer volunteer leave, allowing staff to give back to our valued communities. 🌿   This spring, our staff volunteers joined forces with Whittlesea Community Connections to support the amazing work at the Wollert Community Farm.    The farm is located on buffer land of our Aurora Treatment Plant and plays a vital role in nurturing the nugil biik plants and seeds indigenous seedling nursery, while also offering educational courses in conservation, agriculture, and horticulture.   #InternationalVolunteerDay #Community #Sustainability #WollertCommunityFarm

We’ve recently implemented some changes to combine our planning, delivery, and operations through our new Asset Services Group, led by General Manager Bridie Fennessy. To help drive this transformation, we’re pleased to announce the appointment of Bri G. (Bri George), Kristen Knight, and Simon Willis as Deputy General Managers, to help lead this combined group in ensuring sustainable, high-quality water services for years to come. 💧 Bri George (Asset Lifecycle Planning): A leader in strategic asset management, growth planning, and organisational transformation, committed to delivering sustainable outcomes for customers and the environment. 💧 Kristen Knight (Asset Operations & Response): With nearly 2 decades at Yarra Valley Water, Kristen brings a deep understanding of our operations and a passion for delivering essential services and building strong, inclusive teams. 💧 Simon Willis (Asset Delivery & Care): Simon’s expertise in capital delivery and operational excellence, paired with his dedication to community outcomes, will shape our delivery and care initiatives. We look forward to the new team coming together in the new year to help deliver Yarra Valley Water’s 2030 strategy and support our ongoing and future delivery of essential services to the community.