About the Company
SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.
We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.
Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.
As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.
We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.
About the job
As a Water Futures Modelling Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping South Australia’s long-term water security by leading the development and application of integrated water management models that inform strategic decision-making. This role will see you collaborate across SA Water and with key government and industry partners to evaluate water availability, system performance, and future supply and demand scenarios.
You will utilise your expertise in data analytics, water resources modelling, and spatial analysis to provide technical insight into adaptive planning, system resilience, and the identification of new water options. Your work will directly support the development of regional Water Resilience Frameworks and adaptive plans that guide investment, planning, and operational decisions to secure South Australia’s water future.
About the Person
You are an experienced modelling professional with a strong understanding of water systems, data analysis, and strategy development. You thrive in roles that combine technical rigour with purpose, translating complex information into practical recommendations that shape long-term outcomes for communities, industry, and the environment.
Your analytical mindset and collaborative approach enable you to work effectively across diverse teams and disciplines. You are proactive, adaptable, and driven by continuous improvement, with a passion for applying modelling and data to real-world challenges.
About Science and Strategy
The Science and Strategy group employs scientific approaches to address present and upcoming challenges. They execute a strategy driven by customer preferences to elevate the SA Water brand and position us for future success.
In addition, your responsibilities will include:
Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day.
You will:
- Lead the development and delivery of integrated water resource modelling and assessment programs.
- Develop and apply new system models in collaboration with SA Water and key partners.
- Undertake analysis of current and future supply and demand scenarios to inform water security strategies.
- Apply advanced data analytics, spatial and statistical techniques to support modelling and planning decisions.
- Provide technical guidance and assurance to ensure modelling consistency across SA Water and partner agencies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex modelling outcomes into clear, actionable insights that inform strategy.
Your success in this role will come from:
- Hold relevant science, engineering or related qualifications and/or industry knowledge, and understanding of relevant technical, regulatory and policy requirements.
- An understanding of the SA water sector, water resource management and strategic planning processes.
- Highly developed water resources modelling, analysis and planning skills and demonstrated capacity to successfully manage assessment and resolution of complex issues across multiple systems and regions.
- Highly developed organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and multi-task.
- Strong data analytics skills, including experience with spatial and statistical analysis, data visualisation, and use of tools such as ArcGIS, Python, R and Power BI.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including a demonstrated ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, effect long lasting relationships, and drive mutually acceptable outcomes is desirable.
Further information can be found in the attached PD – Water Futures Modelling Specialist.
To apply, click ‘Apply’. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Despina Livadiotis from the Talent Acquisition team despina.livadiotis@sawater.com.au.
Applications close 11:55pm, 9 November 2025.
A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au.
Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.
