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Form of work- Ongoing Full-Time Opportunity
- LOCATION: Parramatta
- Base Salary from $139,787 to $161,663 plus Super and Leave Loading
- Closing date: Monday 11 March 2024
About Us
NSW Public Works (NSWPW) is part of the Department of Regional NSW (DRNSW), and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure projects by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, Water and Sewerage, and high schools – the real foundations of prosperous communities. We provide impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partner with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience. We have offices all over the state and provide local expertise for local issues. Our people are focussed on providing improved services to regional communities
Our team have access to a range of benefits that help you balance your life at work and at home. These include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and health and well-being programs. While we work flexibly, there will be an expectation that you will live within a reasonable distance and frequent the office 3 days a week. The role also requires travel to country NSW during a project.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Principal Engineer / Team Leader (Water and Sewer Planning) to join the Water Resource Management Directorate of NSW PW. You will report to the Director and lead a team responsible for undertaking Strategic Planning for the Water and Sewer business of Local Water Utilities in Regional NSW.
About you
To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:
- 15 years’ experience in the water industry with at least 5 years in a planning role
- High level understanding of how to achieve effective, evidence based strategic planning for a Water and Sewer business
- High level knowledge of the regulatory requirements associated with owning, operating and managing water infrastructure assets
- Sound knowledge of various specialist disciplines involved such as hydrology, hydraulics, and potable Water and municipal sewage treatment
- Understanding of the principles of asset and financial planning for running a sustainable Water and Sewer business
- High level leadership, business development, and Client and stakeholder management skills
- Proven experience in managing a team with a commercial focus delivering a positive net cost of service
- A valid NSW Driver’s license and willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays.
Applying for the role
How to Apply:If this role sounds ideal to you, please apply via our online portal by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for this role by 11:55pm on Monday 11 March, 2024.
For more information please contact Glenn Fernandes on 0421 487 *** or email ***************@pwa.nsw.gov.au.
You can also download the role description here.
Additional Information:A recruitment pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
The salary offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the Crown Employees (Department of Industry, Skills and Regional Development) Professional Officers Award and the NSW DPI Professional Officer Progression Criteria.
Inclusion and Flexible Working:We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments, including working part-time or working from different locations. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We understand that everyone is different and you may require adjustments to apply. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss how we may be able to assist you.
