| Organisation / Entity: | Biodiversity Conservation and Science |
| Job category: | EngineeringEnvironmental |
| Job location: | Regional NSW / Goulburn & Southern Tablelands |
| Job reference number: | 537711 |
| Work type: | Full-Time |
| Total remuneration package: | Environment Officer Class 7 |
| Closing date: | 18/08/2024 – 11:55 PM |
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.
- Do you have experience working with large environmental datasets, spatial analysis or developing ecohydrological models?
- Would you like to use your data analysis skills to improve our natural environment?
- Do you work well in a collaborative team?
The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has an exciting opportunity for an Ecohydrologist to join our Environmental Water Planning team to provide spatial data analysis and modelling to inform our delivery of large projects across the NSW Murray-Darling Basin.
Job Grade / Classification: Environment Officer Class 7 – Salary starting at $101,850 + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full-time (to 30 June 2025 with strong possibility of extension to 31 December 2026)
Location: Queanbeyan or Albury preferred, other locations will be considered for suitable candidates.
The successful applicant will work collaboratively with staff across DCCEEW as well as other NSW and federal government agencies to deliver improved river and wetland health outcomes. You will be working alongside more senior staff and have the opportunity to build your skills in the fields of ecohydrology, spatial data analysis and data management while contributing to large scale projects of State and national significance.
About You
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Relevant scientific or engineering qualifications and experience in data processing, modelling, and spatial analysis for ecohydrological applications
- Experience in spatial analysis using GIS software and managing large spatial datasets, preferably in a coding environment
- Ability to undertake data management and archival tasks, including the processing and cataloguing/storage of modelling outputs
- Experience writing technical reports and presenting work to project partners and stakeholders
- Experience working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams and organisations to deliver successful projects
- Experience in developing code and coding workflows using R and/or python
- Self-motivated and eager to contribute to team outcomes through innovation and the development of technical skills in spatial data management.
For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Policy Officer
About Us
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.
Applications close 18th August 2024
Should you require further information about the role please contact Ben Wolfenden via Benjamin.Wolfenden@environment.nsw.gov.au
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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Our Diversity team can assist to:
- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks
We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/our-mob-on-country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.
