AddressAbout the Branch/Business Unit
The Stormwater Management Authority (SMA) is a statutory Authority established under Schedule 1A of the Local Government Act 1999 and has responsibility for driving Stormwater Management planning and the implementation of associated infrastructure by the local government sector. It also has a key role in ensuring a strategic and aligned approach to Stormwater Management across State and local government with the provision of funding in support of its strategic objectives.
About the Role:
The Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor, Stormwater Management Authority (SMA) is responsible for providing professional engineering expertise and leadership on complex Stormwater Management works and projects subsidised or led by the SMA.
The incumbent will apply significant professional judgement and expertise when engaging with local Government to ensure the technical veracity and robustness of hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, plans and engineering and policy documentation. The Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor will provide high quality written advice to the SMA Board, Executives and the Minister and represent the interests of the SMA on committees and working groups for programs of significant importance.
A key component of the role is the ability to successfully develop genuine strong networks and relationships and lead collaboration with partners to deliver successful projects in a timely manner.
About you:
To be successful in the role, you will have a deep demonstrated knowledge of contemporary flood modelling/hydraulic design methods and tools, demonstrated knowledge of contemporary water sensitive urban design practices and significant experience in successfully managing complex projects involving local government and community stakeholders.
What can we offer you!
- Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
- Be part of a high performing and supportive team.
- Hybrid working model with flexible working options, including work from home available to promote work life balance.
- Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
- Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Meaningful and rewarding career
Contract:
Ongoing contract.
The SMA is recruiting for a Technical Advisor at the PO3 or PO4 level. Candidates will need to indicate the specific classification level they wish to be considered for in their application.
Essential Qualifications:
Degree level qualification in Engineering is essential.
Post graduate qualifications related to stormwater, flood management or water sensitive urban design are desirable.
Special Conditions:
- May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
- Current class “C” driver's licence and willingness to drive is essential.
- Out of hours work may be required.
- Interstate and intrastate travel requiring overnight absences may be required.
Remuneration:
PO3 - $99,788 min - $105,495 max p.a.
PO4 - $109,060 min - $118,690 max p.a.
Enquiries to:
Belinda Skilton
General Manager, SMA
***************@sa.gov.au
8463 6840
Applications close: 11pm, 26 June 2024
Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA. Vacancy No: 600566
Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Key Role Outcomes and the required Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.
Please ensure you also indicate whether you are applying for the PO3 or PO4 role to ensure applications can be assessed accordingly.
The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.
