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Senior Water Planning Officer
North Water Planning and Science; North Region; Water Resource Management; All North Region centres and Brisbane. With a preference for Townsville, Mackay, Ayr
Operating from within the North region Water Planning and Science team, you will be involved in the development of innovative management solutions and policy for the development of Water Plans, Water Management Protocols and other policy relating to the efficient and sustainable management of Queensland’s water resources.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,North West Qld,Cairns region,Flexible,Far North Qld,Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Central West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/634314/25 |
| Closing date | 15-May-2025 |
| Job duration | 1 x Perm 1 x Temp pos until 24/12/25 with poss ext |
| Contact person | Bronwyn Dwyer |
| Contact details | Phone: 0476 411 532 Access the National Relay Service |
The Department
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
Operating from within the North Region Water Planning and Science team, you will be involved in the development of innovative management solutions and policy for the development of Water Plans, Water Management Protocols and other policy relating to the efficient and sustainable management of Queensland's water resources. Undertake the review and replacement of the Georgina Diamantina water plan and ongoing reviews of additional water plans in the future.
Key Accountabilities:
• Lead staff and coordinate water planning activities including input from multi- disciplinary teams to ensure delivery of water planning functions and business objectives.
• Consult and negotiate with internal and external clients in the delivery of water planning and science initiatives including facilitating stakeholder input for the development and implementation of water plans.
• Oversight of team outputs, including reports and correspondence to ensure quality outcomes, sound conclusions and consistent application of water management policy and legislation.
• Support in the formulation of practical and innovative water allocation and management policies, methodologies and programs.
• Interpret and apply legislation, specifically the Water Act 2000 and associated subordinate legislation, regulation and policy, to achieve water planning and management outcomes.
• Provide technical expertise and specialist policy advice to Departmental staff, and senior management on water allocation and management policy issues of state-wide
and national strategic significance.
• Prepare specifications and manage contracts for the provision of consulting services covering a range of specialist disciplines including hydrology, ecology, social/economic studies and information technology.
About You
• Hold a degree or higher qualification from a recognised tertiary institution in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or equivalent. Along with demonstrated technical knowledge and experience in water planning and management.
• Project management and prioritisation skills.
• Well developed communication skills to negotiate with key stakeholders and provide input into discussion papers, cabinet submissions, media publications and policy to support state and national initiatives.
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively with the team to inspire collective ownership of quality outcomes.
• Pursues continuous growth and development for team members.
• Travel away from the centre may be required.
The Benefits
• Professional and supportive work environment.
• Individual learning and management career development programs.
• Be valued and rewarded for your work.
We believe our workforce should represent the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and LGBTQ+ people.
How to Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter (1 to 2 page) demonstrating your suitability for the position.
This position is available at the following locations: All North Region centres and Brisbane. With a preference for Townsville, Mackay, Ayr.
Please advise your preference with your application.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/634314/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
1 x Permanent 1 x Fixed Term Temporary position available until 24th December 2025 with possible extension
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