Water Science Lead

Ready to make a splash in your career? WaterNSW is seeking an experienced Water Science Lead (Full Time, Permanent) to join our team.
This is an opportunity to work with an essential organisation creating a more sustainable future for the state.
This role offers the flexibility to work around life, your contribution will be valued, and you’ll be supported to build a rewarding career.
Our perks and Benefits:
At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits.

• Flexible working
• Work a 9-day fortnight at Full pay on the Enterprise agreement
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Fertility leave
• Yearly corporate wear allowance
• Professional development and educational assistance
• Salary Range starting from $144,550 + 11% Superannuation
• And so much more!

What you’ll do:

• Support the development and delivery of strategic priorities for the WaterNSW Science Program, in consideration of current research and industry directions, to align the program with WaterNSW’s corporate strategy and program regulatory requirements.
• Translate research benefits and outcomes into applicable management actions for WaterNSW.
• Provide expert and specialist advice in relation to catchment heath and natural asset, water quality and integrated water resource management for WaterNSW clients, customers and regulators.
• Manage science project and programs to ensure that allocated projects conducted by WaterNSW deliver the agreed scientific research and operational outcomes on time, within budget and fulfil the terms of project outcomes negotiated with clients.

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in science or related field relevant to the position, preferably at postgraduate level.
• In depth, specialised knowledge in one or more of the nominated fields:-

• Water quality (physico-chemical)
• Water quality (microbial)
• Limnology
• Statistics
• Catchment and riverine hydrology or hydrogeology
• Aquatic ecosystems
• Natural resource management

• Proven ability to manage complex projects and programs on time and within budget
• Highly developed written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability and willingness to communicate at all levels.
• Experience in the delivery of scientific research and strategic advice to inform business strategic priorities
• Demonstrated experience in water resource and/or catchment management, with an emphasis on water quantity/quality.

How we will support you:
At WaterNSW, we embrace the opportunity to integrate work into our life by having full ownership of our work week. We value getting the job done rather than looking at your work hours.
We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women.Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities
More about our team/ culture:
We communicate openly and honestly while maintaining respect for each other. This means we get things done. We understand that everyone is different, and this is what we value as part of our inclusive culture.
Who is WaterNSW?
When people think of essential human services, water supply is one of the first things that come to mind - and that’s where WaterNSW comes in. We are NSW’s primary bulk water supplier, river operator and comprehensive provider for licensing, water trades and water information.
For more information, please reach out to: Talent Acquisition Partner Azmine Amer at
Please note applications for this position will close on 21 January 2024
Click for - Please note this can only be accessed on the WaterNSW Careers Page.
You must have full work rights in Australia to qualify for all positions at WaterNSW.
?We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Privacy and collection of your personal information
If you apply for a position via our website or , WaterNSW may collect your personal information. Please visit WaterNSW’s to view the Careers Collection Notice for more information about how WaterNSW collects, uses, and discloses your personal information.