Working in the Water Resource Management, South Region team you and your team will be leading and delivering compliance related functions that contribute to achieving sustainable use and management of the Region's water resources, consistent with Departmental frameworks, policies and priorities, in partnership with stakeholders. Take the next step in providing advice and direction through your ability to interpret and apply legislation for water resource management outcomes.

Job details

The Role
Operating from within Water Resource Management, South Region, you will be part of a team leading and delivering compliance related functions that contribute to achieving sustainable management and use of the Region's water resources, consistent with Departmental frameworks, policies and priorities, in partnership with stakeholders.

Key Duties and Accountabilities
• Ability to lead the delivery of regional compliance and audit programmes across South Region within established timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to skilfully communicate, present, consult and negotiate with internal and external clients to lead the delivery of regulatory services and compliance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, specifically the Water Act 2000 and Planning Act 2016 and subordinate legislation, regulations and policy, to achieve compliance and water resource management outcomes.
• Provide accurate and timely advice on strategic direction, project actions, policy application and regional implementation for compliance and regulatory outcomes.
• Contribute to the development, evaluation and implementation of water policy and plans to achieve regional business priorities with particular emphasis on the delivery of compliance and auditing in South Region
• Ability to represent the department in a range of public forums.
• Demonstrated ability to review reports, analyse data in departmental databases and prepare well-written and detailed reports, briefs and correspondence within short timeframes.
• Other duties as directed and required.

About You
Role requirements
• Authorised officer status under the Water Act 2000 or the ability to meet the requirements to become an authorised officer.
• Travel away from the centre may be required. This may involve travel outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation for extended periods.

The Benefits
• Generous State government employee benefits
• Challenging projects with the opportunity to make a difference
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career path
• A respectful, inclusive workplace, aligned with the Queensland Public Sector

DRDMW is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We value the diversity of our workforce and are guided by the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual's contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive.

How to Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) demonstrating your suitability for the position.

Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/639948/25
Closing Date: Friday, 13 June 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Pack v8.1 28-01-25 (PDF, 800KB)
  
  
  639948 25 - Role Description (Word, 1.97MB)