Water Strategy Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

• Shape the future of water management in NSW through impactful policy reform and strategic projects that deliver lasting benefits for communities, industry and the environment.
• Temporary (Up to 30 June 2028) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492+ super

 

 

Our Policy Regulatory Reform team is currently seeking to appoint a Water Strategy Officer  

 

The Water Strategy Officer role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-profile water policy reform and strategy implementation projects that support the sustainable management of water resources across NSW. The successful candidate will work closely with a collaborative and multidisciplinary team across the Water Group, partnering with internal experts, government agencies, local councils, water utilities and other key stakeholders to deliver strategic water management outcomes.

Key responsibilities include research and analysis, developing briefing materials and business cases, supporting governance committees, monitoring and reporting on water strategy outcomes, and providing evidence-based advice on emerging water management issues. The team fosters a supportive, consultative culture with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation and delivering positive outcomes for communities, industry and the environment across NSW.

 

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have

• Experience in water management, environmental science, natural resource management, water planning, hydrology, engineering, economics, climate change, or a related discipline, with an understanding of contemporary water policy and reform issues.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, interpret and synthesise complex information and provide evidence-based recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality briefing papers, submissions and reports, and clearly present technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across government agencies, local councils, water utilities and multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared outcomes.
• Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities, deliver outcomes within tight timeframes and adapt to emerging issues in a dynamic policy environment.

 

Essential Requirements

•  NSW Class C Driver Licence (or equivalent) and willingness to undertake overnight travel.

 

For more information read the full Role Description: Water Strategy Officer

 

 Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

 

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

 

Applications close Thursday 23 July at 11:55PM.

 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Erin Horn via erin.horn@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0438901047

 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

 

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• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

 

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Celia Luis on 02 4904 2746 (please mention reference number 551020).

 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

 

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