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SalaryDo you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.
- Australia's most iconic water and energy scheme
- Temporary part-time opportunity (to 20 December 2024 with possibility of extension, 14 hours per week)
- Regional location encouraged, hybrid working supported (WFH)
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $139,787 to $161,663 + super (pro-rata)
The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies, and societies across NSW.
In this role you will lead and manage NSW water obligations in relation to the Snowy Hydro scheme, including administration of the Snowy Water Licence and Snowy Water Inquiry Outcomes Implementation Deed. This role liaises extensively with other teams within the NSW DCCEEW Water and Biodiversity, Conservation and Science Group and with other government agencies, the MDBA and Snowy Hydro.
About You
Responsibilities in this role include leading the NSW responsibilities in relation to the water operations and regulation of Snowy Hydro scheme, and delivery of actions resulting from the 10-Year Snowy Water Licence review (the review). You will provide regulatory oversight of the Snowy Water Licence, technical advice on water operations, coordination of environmental water management, development of water policy and program management in relation to the Snowy scheme
To be successful in this role, you will understand technical water operations, management and policy issues, and their interlinkages with energy, agriculture, and the environment. You will be skilled n effective communication of technical information and you will also have ability in relationship management at a senior cross-government level.
Desirable Knowledge & Experience
- Knowledge or experience of water management in relation to the Snowy Hydro scheme, Murray, Murrumbidgee, Snowy or Montane Rivers.
- Demonstrated experience in NSW water management.
- Tertiary qualifications in hydrology, natural resource management, water resourcing engineering or similar; or extensive relevant experience.
- Australian drivers' licence.
Who We Are
The (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.
Applications close Sunday 25 February 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Aurelio Lindaya via .
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.
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