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• Senior Project Officer Floodplain Management.
• Temporary full-time opportunity for up to 12 months.
• Office location - Newcastle.
• Salary relative to experience and ranges $130,506 to $143,921 + Super.

About the role

In this role, you will develop and support the implementation of programs and projects to support the effective understanding and management of flood risk across NSW.

About You

You are a highly motivated and knowledgeable professional with a strong background in flood risk management, supported by a relevant degree in civil or environmental engineering or a related field. With extensive experience in delivering projects to support the understanding and management of flood risk, you possess a sound understanding of complex flooding processes and relevant policy, guidance and legislation.

You thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments and excel at building strong relationships with stakeholders across government and industry. Your analytical mindset, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills enable you to provide timely expert advice, contribute to program delivery and support sustainable flood risk outcomes across NSW.

Key knowledge and experience

• Sound demonstrated knowledge of flood processes and the complex operational and strategic requirements for the development and delivery of flood risk management plans.
• Comprehensive knowledge of flood risk management policies and practice including relevant legislation, policies and guidelines and ability to represent the Agency.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in flood risk management.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate degree level tertiary qualifications in civil or environmental engineering or related disciplines.
• Current Australian drivers license and willingness to travel.

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.