Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (Organisation site)
Water Management and Use; North Region; Water Resource Management; Ayr, Mackay and Mareeba
Join the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (RDMW) as a Water Officer and contribute to the sustainable management of the state’s natural resources. Based in the North Region, you’ll implement vital legislation and policies within the Water Services work unit, focusing on Water Management and Use. Be part of a dynamic team committed to a results-driven culture and make a significant impact in this vital sector.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Far North Qld,Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/590662/24 |
| Closing date | 25-Sep-2024 |
| Yearly salary | $86908 – $95298 |
| Fortnightly salary | $3331.20 – $3652.80 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2025 with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Susan Drew |
| Contact details | Phone: 4017 0160 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
A Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (RDMW) position offers you the chance to be involved in the management of the state’s resources by providing and leading administration support based in the North Region. As a Water Officer, you will be a member of a larger team that manages the State’s Natural resources through the implementation of legislation and policy. You will need to proactively participate in an enthusiastic team to build on a positive, outcomes focused culture. This position will be based with the Water Services work unit, focusing on Water Management and Use. However, you may be required to change focus depending on Departmental priorities and requirements in other areas of the business.
Key Duties and Accountabilities
• Provide collaborative leadership and supervision to the North Region’s processing team across regional centres within North Region.
• Prioritise and coordinate workflow processes, managing multiple and conflicting deadlines to achieve performance targets in accordance with departmental priorities and objectives.
• Undertake approvals, assessments and make recommendations of water applications and dealings under the Water Act 2000 (Water Act), Water Regulation 2016 and other Acts relating to water dealings.
• Provide written and verbal advice to internal and external customers on matters relating to licensing functions under the Water Act and other supporting WMU regulatory policies, guidelines and procedures, which may include face to face enquires at the Customer Service Centre.
• Provide project support to the Water Management team including recommending business improvements and undertake other emergent projects as requested by the Manager, Water Management.
• Streamline business processes and implement business improvements through revised policies/work procedures.
• Represent your team through active participation in internal state-wide forums
• Operate independently and as part of a high functioning team to meet the objectives outlined in the department’s strategic plan and business plans.
• Ability to maintain personal integrity and transparency with others.
• Ability and skills to operate a variety of software packages to ensure quality customer service is delivered and maintained.
How to apply
To apply for this role, you will need to submit the following document/s.
• Your current resume detailing your previous work, voluntary or relevant experience including two referees who have personally observed you displaying the competencies required for this role.
• A brief letter (1-2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience complement this role. This should not be a restatement of your resume. It is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, how you meet the required competencies, key duties and responsibilities, and any specific role requirements including what skills you’ll bring to the role.
– Note: RDMW values equity and diversity so please include information in your resume that will help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/590662/24
Closing Date: Wednesday, 25 September 2024
Further information
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