About the role

The Water Management Officer is central to ensuring the responsible use, allocation and protection of Tasmania’s freshwater systems. In this role you’ll engage primarily with farmers, agricultural producers, commercial water users and other stakeholders, lead compliance activities, and provide technical advice to support informed decision making and agricultural growth. You will also contribute to water management planning, dam safety regulation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Our ideal candidate has

• Qualifications in water, agriculture or water resource management.
• Experience administering legislation and conducting technical investigations, including preparing accurate reports and recommendations.
• Relevant experience in water or in natural resource management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

We offer

• Work-life balance with a mix of office-based tasks and fieldwork.
• Varied and meaningful work in Tasmania’s picturesque natural environment.
• Flexible work options to support your lifestyle.
• Professional development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• The chance to make a real impact on Tasmania’s agriculture and water sustainability.

About us

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “delivering a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount. 

We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.