Assistant Environmental Water Management Officer

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Queanbeyan-Palerang; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking an Assistant Environmental Water Management Officer to support environmental water programs across NSW. You will help plan, implement and monitor water management initiatives protecting rivers, wetlands and floodplains.

You will work with landholders, agencies and communities, analyse data, prepare briefings and reports, and help organise meetings for the environmental water advisory group.

Qualifications

• Degree in biological sciences and/or natural resource management, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of water, river or wetland management, including hydrology and ecology.
• Experience working with landholders and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and monitor water management initiatives.
• Support environmental watering plans and field-based monitoring.
• Analyse data and prepare reports to inform decision-making.
• Organise meetings and papers for the environmental water advisory group.

Skills

Water management

Hydrology & Ecology

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Biological sciences / natural resource management degree

Job description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Protect our waterways! Support thriving ecosystems!
• Assistant Environmental Water Management Officer (Environment Officer Class 7)
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Located in Queanbeyan (hybrid working supported)
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $112,375 to $124,158 p.a. + super

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Assistant Environmental Water Management and Conservation Officer to support the delivery of environmental water programs across NSW.

About the role

In this role, you will contribute to the planning, implementation and monitoring of water management initiatives that protect and enhance rivers, wetlands and floodplains.

Working closely with internal teams, landholders, government agencies and community stakeholders, you will help deliver projects that achieve positive environmental outcomes.

Your work will include supporting environmental watering plans, undertaking field-based monitoring activities, analysing data, and preparing reports and briefings to inform decision-making. You will also support the environmental water advisory group of community stakeholders including organising meetings and papers for these meetings.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical knowledge and project skills in a dynamic environment, where you will help balance ecological, community and regulatory considerations to improve water use and conservation outcomes.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and adaptable professional with a strong interest in environmental water management and a passion for delivering positive outcomes for rivers, wetlands and floodplains.

You will bring demonstrated knowledge in water, river or wetland management, along with the ability to analyse data and translate technical information into clear, practical insights. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, as you will work closely with landholders, agencies and community partners to support the delivery of environmental watering programs.

You are organised and proactive, able to manage competing priorities and contribute to project delivery from planning through to implementation and reporting. Your ability to think critically, solve problems and adapt in a dynamic environment will be key to your success.

Most importantly, you are a collaborative team player who is committed to protecting the environment, building relationships and contributing to meaningful outcomes for communities and ecosystems across NSW.

Knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in water, river and wetland management and planning, including the hydrology and/or ecology of rivers, floodplains and wetlands.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant water, threatened species and biodiversity conservation legislation and policies, including the requirements of the Murray Darling Basin Plan.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working with multiple stakeholders, including landholders.

Essential requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in biological sciences and/or natural resource management or equivalent relevant experience.
• A valid NSW driver’s licence

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Environmental Water Management Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

To Apply

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Paul Doyle via [e-mail] or on 0459 873 433.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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