Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Multiple opportunities in Water Infrastructure Delivery
- Temporary full-time opportunities to 31 December 2026
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $144,058 to $151,227 + super
The Water Project Delivery – Infrastructure Projects team is currently seeking to appoint Senior Project Engineers, responsible for managing the engineering of multiple works packages across water infrastructure project(s) including access roads, drainage, utilities, weirs, dams, gates, fish passages, river works and water reticulation which support effective water management.
Committed funding for Water Infrastructure Projects, including SDLAM Acceleration ($446 million), Northern Basin Toolkit – Fish for the Future ($56 million), Nyngan to Cobar Pipeline ($48 million), has driven the requirement for a bulk recruitment of roles to achieve delivery of key projects by 31 December 2026 to meet funding deed requirements.
About You
The role engages with owners, operators and other stakeholders, scopes and plans design development 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.
- Project Planning & Delivery – Scope, plan and manage the design and delivery of water infrastructure projects, ensuring milestones, budgets, contracts and safety requirements are met.
- Stakeholder & Governance Engagement – Build and maintain networks with internal and external stakeholders, provide technical input, and contribute to project governance and reporting.
- Technical & Professional Advice – Deliver expert engineering advice, analysis, briefings and reports to support informed executive and government decision-making.
- Team & Resource Management – Lead project teams, manage consultants and contractors, oversee budgets and work plans, and monitor contract performance and deliverables.
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 delivery 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 29 September 2026 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 Ty Brennock on ty.brennock@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 544716).
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