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South Water Management and Use; South Region; Water Resource Management; Brisbane preferred- Flexible location at DLGWV offices will be considered.
Are you ready to lead sustainable water management in Queensland? As the Director of Water Management and Use, you'll oversee critical projects and initiatives to ensure the responsible use of water and riverine resources under the Water Act 2000. Based in the South Region, this role manages water authorisations, unallocated water releases and supports town water supplies and major projects. If you're passionate about sustainable water management and leading business improvements, this role is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Executive |
| Classification | SO |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Flexible |
| Job ad reference | QLD/655371/25 |
| Closing date | 02-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Hamish Butler |
| Contact details | Phone: 0438 030 259 Access the National Relay Service |
The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV), previously known as the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water, is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.
The Role
In this pivotal role, you will oversee the management of water and riverine authorisations and rights under the Water Act 2000, ensuring the responsible and equitable use of one of our most precious resources. This position is responsible for managing projects across the region, incorporating the delivery of unallocated water releases and advice and options for access to water for town water supplies and major projects and sustainable water management through the implementation of water sharing rules, water availability and implementation of the 10 water plans across South Region.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed workforce comprised of four separate teams to deliver Water Act entitlement and authority dealings, water management functions within South Region and projects to support communities within the Great Artesian Basin and across the department's four potential dam land sites.
• Lead a high performing, safe and financially responsible workforce that demonstrates the values of the Public Service and the principles of the department.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders, community and industry on water sharing rules, access to water and requirements under each water plan.
• Decide and implement decisions on water availability to manage the resource but also provide economic opportunities for regional Queensland.
• Manage an unallocated water release program for the region that ensures targeted releases of water are provided to the community that stimulate economic development and regional opportunities.
• Provide expert advice on the development of legislation and policies.
• Prepare complex briefings and submissions for the Minister, DG and other senior government officials and stakeholders providing timely and accurate advice on complex issues.
About You
• There are no mandatory requirements for this role however previous experience in an administrative decision-making role, and a manual driver's licence would be highly regarded.
• Travel away from the centre may be required. This may involve travel outside of normal office hours and/or overnight accommodation for extended periods. This could also involve work in other regions.
• Brisbane location preferred, however other South Region locations will be considered
The Benefits
• Contribute to impactful water resource management across Queensland.
• Generous State government employee benefits
• Challenging projects with the opportunity to make a difference
DLGWV 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 cover letter (1 to 2 page) demonstrating your suitability for the position.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/655371/25
Closing Date: Tuesday 02 September 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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