| Organisation / Entity: | Biodiversity Conservation and Science |
| Job category: | EnvironmentalProjects |
| Job location: | Central & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Newcastle, Hunter & Region |
| Job reference number: | 539693 |
| Work type: | Full-Time |
| Total remuneration package: | Environment Officer Class 7 |
| Closing date: | 02/12/2024 – 11:55 PM |
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.
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- 1x Ongoing and 1x Temporary (until June 2026) Fulltime Opportunities
- Newcastle, Gosford, Wollongong preferred, hybrid working available
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $101,850 to $112,530 + super
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to appoint a Project Officer Floodplain Management to join the flood team within our Biodiversity and Conservation division. The successful applicant will be assisting the NSW community by improving flood risk management across the state.
In this role you will support the delivery of flood related technical and policy advice and projects, the development and management of flood related databases, and support regional staff to work with councils to enable high quality flood studies and flood risk management studies and plans to be delivered within reasonable timeframes.
About You
To be successful in this role, you must display:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the processes for understanding and managing flood behaviour to reduce risks to the existing and growing community.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of spatial and aspatial databases and ability to proficiently use related software.
- Experience in data collection, analysis and report writing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of flood risk management policy and practice including relevant legislation, guidelines and policies.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary level qualifications.
- Current Driver License – class C and willingness to travel.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer Floodplain Management
Who we are
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.
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 3rd December 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Ainslie Frazer via ainslie.frazer@environment.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 4927 3102.
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.
