Job Description

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

• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week)
• Office location - regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

Lead Technical Excellence in Water Modelling Across NSW

Are you an experienced leader in groundwater or hydraulic modelling looking to shape the future of water management in New South Wales?

DCCEEW is seeking a highly skilled Manager Groundwater and Hydraulic Modelling to lead a specialist team delivering critical modelling programs that underpin water policy, planning and floodplain management across the state.

About the Role

As a senior technical leader, you will manage and oversee the delivery of groundwater and hydraulic modelling programs that inform key government decisions and strategic direction.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage a team delivering high-quality groundwater and hydraulic modelling and analysis
• Oversee modelling programs that support water sharing, resource security and floodplain management planning
• Provide expert advice to inform policy, legislation and water licensing frameworks
• Manage complex technical projects and embed strong project management practices
• Drive innovation through advanced modelling techniques, data systems and automation
• Prepare ministerial briefings, reports and advice based on robust scientific evidence
• Represent the Department at senior levels across government, industry and academic forums
• Build strategic partnerships to support best practice and whole-of-government outcomes

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, integrity and transparency of modelling that supports critical water management decisions for NSW.

Key Challenges

• Delivering complex modelling programs across multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Leading a geographically dispersed team with diverse technical expertise
• Communicating complex or potentially contentious modelling outcomes clearly and confidently
• Balancing innovation, technical rigour and timely delivery of outputs

About You

You are a collaborative and forward-thinking leader with strong technical capability. You will demonstrate:

• Advanced expertise in groundwater and/or hydraulic modelling
• Proven experience leading teams and delivering complex technical programs or projects
• Strong ability to translate complex modelling into clear, actionable insights
• Experience influencing policy, planning or regulatory outcomes
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across government, industry and academia
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of executive and ministerial briefings
• A commitment to public sector values, integrity and accountability

Essential Requirements

• Relevant scientific or engineering qualifications or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Groundwater and Hydraulic Modelling

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 15th July at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Manager Kristanne Andersen via kristanne.andersen@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?

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• 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.nsws.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 82751128 (please mention reference number 550872).

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.

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