As a Water Management Officer, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding Tasmania’s freshwater resources and supporting sustainable agricultural growth. Working closely with irrigators, primary producers and other water users, you’ll help ensure the responsible allocation and use of water across the state.
In this diverse and rewarding role, you’ll conduct compliance and enforcement activities, provide technical advice, monitor surface water flows and usage, and support the implementation of water management plans. You’ll also contribute to dam safety regulation, stakeholder education, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen Tasmania’s water management framework.
No two days are the same—your work will span field monitoring, stakeholder engagement, investigations, reporting, and involvement in cross‑branch projects.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “delivering a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount.
We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.
73.50 hours per fortnight (minimum 58.80 hours, by negotiation).
Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Jack Dillon
Team Leader (Water Operations and Compliance)
Email: Jack.Dillon@nre.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0499 877 487
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