Local recruitment: Senior Water Officer

Queensland Government

Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺

Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (Organisation site)
Water Management and Use; North Region; Water Resource Management; Rockhampton

Join our dynamic team committed to a results-driven culture and make a significant impact to deliver sustainable water resource management activities across our northern region!

Job details

Position statusPermanent
Position typeFlexible full-time
Occupational groupSciences
ClassificationAO5
Workplace LocationCairns region,Far North Qld,Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Central West Qld
Job ad referenceQLD/587218/24
Closing date10-Sep-2024
Yearly salary$100219 – $108698
Fortnightly salary$3841.40 – $4166.40
Job duration
Contact personTania Hardie
Contact detailsPhone: 0429 188 209
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The Role
Operating from within the Water Projects and Unallocated Water team within the North Region, you will be involved in key departmental services associated with unallocated water releases including water act dealings under water plans and water management protocols and contribute to meeting business operation plans. This includes the delivery of projects and services that contribute to achieving sustainable management and use of water resources, consistent with statewide water management framework, policies and priorities, in partnership with stakeholders.

Dive into an impactful career where your expertise and project delivery will directly contribute to the sustainability of our vibrant communities and businesses. Foster partnerships, lead projects, and embrace the challenge of balancing competing demands within an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Key Duties and Accountabilities
• Contribute to a high performing small team responsible for the delivery of services and administering water resource assessment in the North Region.
• Undertake investigations and make recommendations under the Water Act 2000 in relation to water authorisations under unallocated water releases.
• Review the investigations of others and provide guidance on processes, procedures, and legislation relating to water resource management.
• Monitor condition and trend of surface water and groundwater resources and implement water management strategies, where necessary, to manage sustainable access and water.
• Contribute to the planning, development and implementation of management frameworks for surface water and groundwater.
• Engage clients in the resolution of complex procedural issues associated with competing demands for water resources.
• Consult, liaise and provide information to user groups, the general public, staff and Government agencies on water resource management matters.

About You
• A “C” class manual driver’s licence is essential and 4WD driving experience in off road remote locations is highly desirable.
• Travel away from the centre may be required. This may involve travel outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation for extended periods.
• Flexible work location arrangements will be considered for this opportunity to facilitate an adaptive and agile workforce.

The Benefits
• Attractive Queensland government employee benefits.
• Passionate engaged team with values driven culture.
• Work life balance with hybrid work arrangements.
• Inclusive work environment with career development.
• A chance to lead a motivated team dedicated to managing Queensland’s natural resources.
• A respectful, inclusive workplace, aligned with the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy.
• Development opportunities to enhance skills and competencies essential to the role.

DRDMW is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We value the diversity of our workforce and are guided by the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual’s contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive. We believe our workforce should represent the community we serve.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/587218/24

Closing Date: Tuesday, 10 September 2024

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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