Working with Watergum is a great way to be a part of something real.
Community for environment is at the core of what we do, and our team of staff, interns and volunteers are actively involved in works to protect, restore and maintain our environment.
Contribute to real outcomes
We have a range of opportunities to get involved with Watergum available across many of our programs and activities.
Whether you have an hour or a day, would like to be inside or getting your hands dirty in the great outdoors, we have something you’ll enjoy.
A great place to start is coming along to our events! We hold hundreds of education and engagement events and surveys annually. We look foward to seeing you there!
Uncover your passion
For those looking for a regular volunteering, internship or career opportunity, we have opportunities available.
We are here to support you every step of the way and can help you achieve your personal or professional goals through volunteering with us.
Please note: these positions may require specialised skillsets or other knowledge. While we appreciate your application, registration does not guarantee placement.
Take a look at our current vacancies below.
Volunteers are critical in the environmental sector. We have a challenge ahead of us, and it’s true that many hands make light work.
Our volunteers help us plant trees, determine waterway health, survey Platypus, protect Sea Turtles, control invasive cane toads and more!
We currently have the following roles available for committed volunteers to join the team. Click on the link to see the position description.
- Waterbug coordinator
- Community engagement volunteer
- Administrative volunteer
- Data entry and analysis volunteer
If you’re interested in joining our team, please sget in touch using the form below.
We welcome internship and work placement applications. These can be specific to a program or across all Watergum activities and will help you gain hands on experience in the environmental sector.
What you need to know
- Time requirement: Flexible. Most commonly internships are a 50 hour or 120 hour commitment. We can also offer 6-12 month internships.
- Skills you will acquire: data collection, management, analysis, survey and field work, administration experience. If you have specific areas of interest please let us know.
- What Watergum offers: A great team environment, support and training opportunities, the chance to gain experience in a dynamic not for profit while contributing to meaningful conservation outcomes.
Please note all interns require their own transport as our work sites can be difficult to access with public transport.
If you’re interested in undertaking an internship with Watergum, please get in touch using the form below.
If you’re passionate about community and the environment, joining the Watergum team is a great opportunity to have a meaningful career in conservation.
Available vacancies
Sales, Marketing and Campaigns Lead
Watergum is seeking to employ a Sales, Marketing and Campaigns Lead. The position is for 38 hours a week, based at our head office in Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast. This position will develop and implement strategies to meet our sales targets in the Invasive Species and Philanthropy Business Units and will be responsible for marketing communications including all social media and the Watergum website.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic individual who is passionate about environmental conservation and who has a knack for sales, fundraising, and marketing communication. The ideal candidate will be confident, articulate, with high-level reading and writing skills, organised, and have the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the position description.
Please email through your resume and cover letter to: [email protected].
Interviews will be held in September.
Get in touch
Interested in applying for an available role? Have a special skillset and would like to help out? We’d love to hear from you!
Fill in the form below and one of the Watergum team will be in touch.
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