Water Resource Officer

• Tertiary qualifications in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Law, or a related discipline and /or equivalent experience.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Knowledge or experience in water resource management, environmental management, regulation, policy or the implementation of statutory programs.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate activities, monitor milestones and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information, identify emerging issues and develop practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical or statutory information into clear, plain-English advice.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and engage effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive and accountable approach to your work, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

For more information read the full Role Description: Water Resource Officer

Should you require further information about the role please contact Elizabeth Cala via elizabeth.cala@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.

• 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 553301).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 07 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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