Careers

We engage staff across a range of professions including:

We offer competitive commencement salaries, determined by classification under the MDBA Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027.

How to apply

The Australian Public Service Commission (APSC) has a range of useful information about jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) and applying for them as well as information about interviews and assessments.

Find out more on the APSC website.

Regional offices

We are committed to developing and maintaining strong regional links with communities.

That’s why we are growing our regional footprint and are actively recruiting for energetic and passionate people to join us.

Relocation packages may be available, and we are committed to a flexible and inclusive workplace that will suit you and your individual needs.

Graduate program

Each year, our highly successful Program attracts high-achieving and passionate graduates across the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) stream. 

Find out more about our 2025 Graduate Development Program.

Accredited breastfeeding friendly workplace

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority is committed to providing a supportive workplace environment for breastfeeding mothers returning to the workplace.

The MDBA is an accredited breastfeeding friendly workplace. It is important that we support women in their desire to maintain breastfeeding for as long as possible by combining work and breastfeeding to promote the ongoing benefits to the baby and mother.

For further information, please see the Australian Breastfeeding association where you can read the MDBA accredited workplace profile.