Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) to December 2026
- Office location – regional location encouraged /Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,483 to $141,175 + super
The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint Senior Project Engineers in a full-time temporary capacity to December 2026 supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects across NSW.
About the Role
The Senior Project Engineer manages the engineering of multiple works packages across water infrastructure projects and engages with owners, operators and other stakeholders, scopes and develops design and planning approval requirements, and has technical oversight in procurement and construction in projects with medium-to-high complexity.
The role provides direction and technical oversight of team members to develop and deliver projects, using best practice engineering principles to achieve time, cost, quality, safety and environmental targets.
About You
You will manage a range of activities in accordance with established and agreed outcomes, and be responsible to ensure project implementation and deliverables are realised within required timeframes and budgets.
You will develop and maintain effective networks with internal and external stakeholders and seek expert advice, support and assistance to ensure effective delivery of projects, while assisting team members requiring technical and engineering information, throughout the delivery of projects.
You will be required to manage competing pressures between project scope (including quality outcomes), cost, schedule and risk while meeting stakeholder expectations and longer-term community needs in an environment of intense public scrutiny.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management, engineering, architecture, building or construction acceptable for membership in the Institute of Engineers Australia.
- Demonstrated experience managing design and engineering for complex infrastructure projects.
- A valid NSW Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays.
- Demonstrated experience integrating environmental, safety and key agreed stakeholder inputs into the design and construction of infrastructure projects.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Engineer
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.
Applications close Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Andrew Lavelle via andrew.lavelle@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?
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 538931.
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