Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Temporary full-time opportunity to 12 June 2026, with possibility of extension
- Office location negotiable across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Executive TRP relative to experience, from $240,257
The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint a Director Infrastructure Projects in a full-time capacity to 12 June 2026, with possibility of extension depending on project funding.
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.
About You
The Director Infrastructure Projects provides leadership in the planning and delivery of water infrastructure projects supporting sustainable water management to enhance the NSW economy, environment and communities. The role provides operational leadership in the development and implementation of sound, evidence-based projects.
Key challenges of the role include:
- Providing expert advice on complex and politically sensitive issues that is contextually appropriate and informative.
- Managing the expectations of a wide range of community, government and industry stakeholders where there are conflicting priorities and expectations and resolving contentious issues within tight timeframes.
- Leading change to improve and streamline service delivery for water management programs including human resource management, physical resources, risk management and governance, and reporting.
Essential Requirements
- Must be willing to travel regionally throughout NSW and have an appropriate car licence.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of infrastructure program and project management, and the current challenges and opportunities.
- Proven understanding and leadership in work health and safety and environmental management as it relates to infrastructure projects.
- Proven executive level skills in leadership, innovation and complex project development and delivery.
- Proven experience in managing large and complex capital works programs and projects, in the water infrastructure sector.
- Proven experience in development of government funded infrastructure, including Business case and Environmental Approval requirements, in the water infrastructure sector.
- A good understanding of government policies and processes as they relate to infrastructure development and delivery, in the water infrastructure sector.
- A good understanding of the engineering consulting and construction contracting markets.
For more information read the full Role Description: Director Infrastructure Projects
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 9 June 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Ty Brennock via ty.brennock@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.nsws.gov.au or contacting Ty Brennock on 0409 231 515 (please mention reference number 542732).
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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