• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour’
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Salary from $110,266 to $122,058 plus super and leave loading

 Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the role

As a Project Engineer, Dams, you will be part of Water Resources Management – Dams Team within NSW Public Works (NSW PW), a division of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) delivering tasks and projects that demonstrate a thorough understanding and application of best practice in dam engineering principles to achieve client and regulator satisfaction, performance targets and provide excellent client service. The Dams Team comprises of eight members reporting to two Principal Engineers.

This role will be responsible for providing engineering expertise which responds to client and regulator needs to ensure the consistent delivery of outcomes, including project quality, agreed timeframes and budget in accordance with WHS policies and procedures, in order to deliver the client’s objectives and critical success factors.

The role involves Investigation and Design (I&D) of water retaining structures such as dams, levees and flood detention basins under the regulation of Dams Safety NSW via the Dams Safety Act 2015 and Dams Safety Regulation 2019. Such tasks require a sound structural and geotechnical engineering background to successfully attend to tasks such as stability analyses, structural capacity designs and dam failure risk assessments in accordance with the criteria as set in the Regulation and numerous ANCOLD guidelines.

About you

We are looking for a motivated engineer who thrives on working on multiple projects where project delivery, and technical excellence, is paramount.  The ideal candidate shall meet, but not limited to, the following requirements:

• Degree in a nominated engineering discipline with eligibility for member status of Professional Engineer of Engineers Australia.
• Substantial knowledge and experience in the nominated engineering discipline and tasks.
• Proven experience in managing project teams within a commercial environment including client, project and resource management.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision, and collaboratively with other members of the team.
• Mentoring of graduate engineers.
• A valid NSW Driver’s license and willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays. Such works trip may also involve domestic flights to NSW regional centres.

If you have the capability to achieve success in this role and are interested in creating a more prosperous NSW, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives, and managing their ongoing operations into the future, by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.  There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and now in the new Bradfield city which is under construction.  Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities. We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience.

In NSW PW offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues. We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk, and bridge the gap between private sector and government. By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description.

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Klay Chan, Principal Engineer (Dams) at klay.chan@pwa.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: Thursday 20th March at 11:55pm.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.

Inclusion and Flexible Working:
We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments, including working part-time or working from different locations. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.