Organisation / Entity: | Water |
Job category: | Environmental |
Job location: | StatewideCentral & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Newcastle, Hunter & RegionSydney Region / Sydney – WestRegional NSW / Goulburn & Southern Tablelands |
Job reference number: | 539808 |
Work type: | Full-Time |
Total remuneration package: | Departmental Professional Officer Grade 7 |
Closing date: | 28/11/2024 – 11:55 PM |
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Full-time role – 35 hours per week + FlexTime
- Any NSW office location – regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
- Temporary opportunity to 31 December 2027
- Salary ranges from $151,509.00 to $154,840.00 + super
The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint a Principal Water Scientist in a temporary full-time capacity to 31 December 2027.
The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.
About You
Lead the Surface Water Science monitoring and research activities to deliver sound scientific information. The role leads scientific studies, including research collaborations and long-term environmental monitoring programs, to improve scientific understanding and knowledge, for the effective management of water resources.
- Scope, develop and implement applied science programs to integrate sound water science into program development and implementation.
- Prepare and review high quality scientific information for publication in journals, books or other resources; present findings at a range of forums to disseminate scientific data and information to scientific, industry and community groups, ensuring scientific rigor.
- Collaborate to identify and define water resource management and hydrological research priorities, programs and projects, track and anticipate emerging issues and contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of water science.
- Provide research leadership to scientists ensuring high quality water research is undertaken to provide knowledge to support the effective management of water resources across the state.
- Develop and maintain networks with government and non-government research organisations, Universities and other partners to promote collaboration and information sharing, identifying opportunities for pure scientific research to be translated and integrated into applied water science programs.
- Contribute scientific information to water sharing plans, including the protection of the health of surface water dependent ecosystems, providing greater water security for industries and communities and more valuable and tradable rights to water.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate degree and/or post graduate qualifications in water sciences, applied sciences or environmental engineering and/or equivalent experience in leading research projects.
For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Water Scientist
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.
The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.
An introduction to Water | Water (nsw.gov.au)
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 Thursday, 28 November at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kathryn Taffs via kathryn.taffs@dpie.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.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
- Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
- How we encourage and support people with disability
- Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.
DCCEEW is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 539808).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.