Local recruitment: Hydrogeologist

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Talent Pool Process to prepare for exciting upcoming opportunities in DCCEEW in 2025 and beyond.
• Office location – Parramatta /Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,899 base to $129,228 top + super

As a result of internal development within our team the Groundwater Management & Science at the Water Group is currently seeking to establish a Hydrogeologist talent pool to ensure we’re ready to meet future needs and challenges throughout the remainder of 2025 and beyond.

This primary purpose of this role is to provide hydrogeological advice, technical assessment, analysis and review of groundwater issues to support the sustainable management of groundwater in NSW and to enable groundwater approvals.

In this role, you will:

• Provide hydrogeological advice to the Department, other government agencies and the community to support the implementation of technically sound groundwater management plans, policies and procedures.
• Provide review, analysis and assessment of groundwater impacts of activities and developments to ensure compliance with regulatory instruments and polices.
• Contribute to projects that are technically robust hydrogeological investigations (quantity, quality and groundwater dependent ecosystems) to gain new knowledge for resource management outcomes
• Undertake investigations and prepare solutions that address groundwater, stream interaction, dependent ecosystems science, planning and policy gaps, inconsistencies and implementation obstacles.
• Contribute to the broader water assessment and management functions to promote integration of groundwater management issues across the business.
• Research and review guidelines, manuals, courses and other support materials to inform technology and knowledge transfer.
• Participate in single and multidisciplinary project teams to provide appropriate, timely and effective advice pertaining to groundwater issues.

Key challenges

• Working in a complex and time constrained environment with changing technical, and policy developments, while meeting sustainable groundwater management outcomes that deliver social and economic benefits to the community of NSW.
• Representing the department to the community and stakeholders to provide technically sound reviews, assessments and advice in an easily understood manner, given the sensitive nature of the information and the range of interests and perspectives in the community.
• Contributing to the development of policies, strategies and programs that balance complex and multiple issues with sensitivity to a range of stakeholder interests, resource requirements, and service delivery impacts.

Essential requirements

• Degree level tertiary qualifications in Hydrogeology, Geology, Earth Sciences or related disciplines.
• Sound working knowledge of Government’s natural resource management policies.
• Current motor vehicle driver’s license. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Hydrogeologist

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.

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 Wednesday 9 July 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Fabienne d’Hautefeuille via fabienne.d’hautefeuille@dcceew.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.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 02 8275 1128 (please mention reference number 543410.

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.