Job Description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

Senior Floodplain Officer

• Help shape flood resilience in NSW by delivering strategic floodplain projects that protect communities and the environment
• Two exciting roles open – South-East (1x ongoing) and Greater Sydney (1x temp to September 2027 with possibility of extension)
• Full-time roles (35 hours per week)
• Office location at Wollongong / South-East NSW (ongoing) or Parramatta (temp) - hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $138,454 to $152,686 + super (Environment Officer Class 10)
• A talent pool will be created for future flood roles.

About the Role

Our South-East and Greater Sydney Regional Delivery Flood teams are seeking to appoint two Senior Floodplain Officers to help drive the delivery of integrated water-cycle management and effective flood risk management program outcomes to communities.

Working closely with local councils, government agencies and key stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in supporting communities to better understand, prepare for and manage flood risks while contributing to sustainable environmental outcomes.

As a Senior Floodplain Officer, you will provide expert technical and policy advice on floodplain risk management, support the development and delivery of flood studies, floodplain risk management plans and mitigation projects, and help shape strategic approaches to managing flood and drainage risks. You will work collaboratively with councils and local Floodplain Risk Management Committees, contribute to environmental planning and assessment matters, and prepare high-quality briefings, reports and advice for senior executives and government. This is an excellent opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve community resilience, protect environmental values and influence floodplain management practices across NSW.

About You

• Extensive experience in floodplain risk management, flood studies, water-cycle impact assessments and the development of floodplain management strategies.
• Strong knowledge of the NSW Government's floodplain management framework, including the Flood Prone Land Policy, Flood Risk Management Manual and associated legislation and guidelines.
• Demonstrated experience applying hydrological and hydraulic models to analyse flood behaviour, flood hazards and risk management outcomes.
• Proven ability to provide specialist technical advice and build productive relationships with local government, stakeholders and community representatives.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects, monitor milestones and deliver quality outcomes within timeframes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, practical advice for a range of audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience developing practical solutions to complex floodplain management challenges.
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, environmental science, natural resource management or a related discipline, and a current Class C driver's licence.

Essential Requirements

• Degree level tertiary qualifications in engineering, environmental science, natural resource management, or related discipline.
• Current driver’s license (Class C)

For more information read the full Role Description: RD Senior Floodplain Officer.docx

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. Please indicate if you are interested in either the South-East (ongoing), Greater Sydney (temp) or both roles in your cover letter.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close Sunday, 22nd November 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the roles please contact John Bucinskas (South-East ongoing role) via John.Bucinskas@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 4224 4153, or Daylan Cameron (Greater Sydney temp role) Daylan.Cameron@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 8837 6097.

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.

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