As Western Australia’s primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused organisation. Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.

The department holds itself accountable to being fair, efficient and effective.  We respect First Nations people’s people knowledge and cultural advice.  As a forward-looking department we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices.  We value and engage with our stakeholders and we strive to be transparent in all we do and to build trusted relationships.

Our values-based culture reflects who we are and how we go about business. We would love you to see some of the exciting work and opportunities available at DWER.

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Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au

The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about sustainable water resource management? Do you have a knack for hydrology and a desire to lead impactful projects? We’re looking for a Senior Natural Resource Management Officer to contribute to the South Coast Region’s water measurement and monitoring program.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity. This position is based in Albany; however, we may consider alternative locations for the right candidate. Please note that regular travel to Albany will be required.

The Senior Natural Resource Management Officer contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of the South Coast Region water measurement and monitoring program. The program collects hydrological data from the department’s ground and surface water hydrometric network and water quality monitoring projects to support sustainable development and management of water resources.

This position is a technical lead for hydrography, implementing Department and industry-standard hydrographic practices to influence and deliver agreed water data services. Duties include coordinating and implementing hydrometric station operation plans; quality assurance and management of data; development and regular review of complex stage-discharge relationships , including hydraulic design and modelling; investigating discharge measurement structure performance and site audits; and delivering capital works projects. Work often requires solving problems and developing, and/or making improvements on systems and processes. The position works within a regional team, integrates across business areas and also supports the state-wide water measurement and monitoring program.

Individuals at this level are expected to perform tasks independently, coordinate project work with teams, lead works approval processes and make risk-based decisions aligned with the Department. They fill the role of team data manager, applying well developed knowledge of hydraulic principles and hydrometric site operations to meet data user specification and service agreements. The Senior Officer role must liaise with the community, external agencies and internal groups. They will be expected to embrace and adapt to change in the work environment, assisting the Program Manager; support individual team members, sharing their expertise and knowledge to build capability and productivity across the program.

As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.

For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Rachael Duffield on 0419 869 501 or via email Rachael.Duffield@dwer.wa.gov.au during business hours.

How to apply

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

• A comprehensive CV that outlines key responsibilities and achievements relevant to this position.
• A three (3) page response detailing your experience against the job requirements in context with the role description and responsibilities described in attached position description.
• Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)

Please Note:

• To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
• DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.

For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 6471 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.

Access Needs

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

•     TTY/voice calls – 133 677
•     Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
•     SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 6471.

This process may be used to fill similar vacancies that may arise within DWER and across the WA public sector over the next twelve (12) months. Vacancies may be full-time or part-time, permanent or fixed term with possibility of extension or permanency in a variety of metropolitan and regional locations.

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner’s Instruction 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.

CLOSING DATE: 4pm on 15 November 2024 (Australian Western Standard Time)

Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.