Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Talent pool recruitment for future upcoming opportunities
- Full-time roles - 35 hours per week + FlexTime
- Any NSW office location - regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
- Salary ranges from $134,504.00 to $145,378.00 + super + leave loading
Our Surface Water Science team is currently seeking to identify a talent pool of Senior Ecohydrologists for future temporary and permanent opportunities in the next 18 months.
As a Senior Ecohydrologist, you will play a pivotal role in providing project leadership and specialist expertise in aquatic ecology and/or hydrology. Your work will empower informed decision-making to optimise surface water management across NSW. Key responsibilities include leading strategic monitoring initiatives for ecological indicators, conducting applied aquatic research to shape recommendations for enhanced water management and bridging policy gaps, collaborating on projects that drive robust ecological outcomes for the NSW community, regions, internal departments, and government agencies. Your contributions will deliver impactful solutions, ensuring sustainable water management practices that benefit diverse stakeholders and ecosystems.
About You
We are seeking candidates with the following demonstrated experience/skills/knowledge:
- Sound understanding of State and Federal natural resource management frameworks, especially in relation to riverine health and water sharing
- Sound knowledge of statistical procedures and spatial analysis and their application in assessing water quality and riverine health
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to effectively manage workloads with competing demands and priorities
- Initiative to solve problems with strong research and analysis skills
- Have strong written and oral communication skills, with experience collaborating on project management and presentation of outcomes to stakeholders, including communicating technical information to a broad range of audiences
Essential Requirements
- Degree level qualifications in Science, Ecology, Hydrology, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Ecohydrologist
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.
The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.
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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 Thursday, 8 May at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kathryn Taffs via kathryn.taffs@dpie.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?
DCCEEW is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.
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 Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 542437).
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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