Principal Hydrographer

Department for Environment and Water; Berri; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Free entry to DEW managed Parks

Salary Sacrifice Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport Program

Job summary

Department for Environment and Water is seeking a Principal Hydrographer to conduct surveillance and survey work in rivers and streams across South Australia. You will lead technical field activities, oversee data collection and ensure data integrity in information systems, while advising scientists and external stakeholders on hydrographic methods.

The role offers a hybrid working model with flexible options, salary packaging, and access to EAP and fitness programs.

Qualifications

• An appropriate qualification in Natural Resources, Hydrography or equivalent.
• Knowledge of hydrological measurements, techniques, practices and methods required to select, install and maintain hydrological instruments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in collecting and storing water data in electronic and hard copy formats with a range of hydrography related software.
• Knowledge of safe boat practices along with experience in safe work practices regarding fast flowing streams and rivers
• Experience in collecting level survey data to Australian Height Datum.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of standards, legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the collection of water data.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance and survey work in rivers and streams as per work programs and priorities.
• Lead responsibility for design, installation and maintenance of technical equipment for hydrographic work.
• Collect valid surface and ground water data and enter into information systems.
• Provide specialist advice, reports and support to scientific officers and external clients.

Skills

Hydrological measurements

Data collection

Hydrographic software

Boating safety

Level survey

Education

Natural Resources / Hydrography qualification

Tools

Hydrographic instruments

Hydrographic software

Electronic data capture

Job description

About the Role

The Principal Hydrographer conducts surveillance and survey work in rivers and streams in accordance with work programs and priorities of the Department and across the State. The Principal Hydrographer has lead responsibility for conducting a range of technical duties associated with design, installation and maintenance of technical equipment along with the collection of valid surface and ground water data and overseeing the entry of that data into the appropriate information systems. The Principal Hydrographer provides specialist advice, reports and support to scientific officers and external clients, (including Landscape Boards), local government and public enquiries on a range of matters and issues related to Hydrographic methodologies and field work results.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract

Contract for up to 30 June 2028

Essential / Desirable Qualifications OR Essential Criteria

• An appropriate qualification in Natural Resources, Hydrography or equivalent is essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of hydrological measurements, techniques, practices and methods required to select, install and maintain hydrological instruments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in collecting and storing water data in electronic and hard copy formats with a range of hydrography related software.
• Knowledge of safe boat practices along with experience in safe work practices regarding fast flowing streams and rivers
• Experience in collecting level survey data to Australian Height Datum.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of standards, legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the collection of water data.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.

Special Conditions

• May be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• You will be required to provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check issued within the last 12 months, this information must be supplied by all applicants who are shortlisted for interview. which is required to be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel, including travel in light aircraft, occasional overnight absences and work outside of the normal hours of work.
• A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Remuneration

TGO3 $90,371 min - $95,410 max p.a.

Enquiries to: Tim Branford [emailprotected] 0417 864 531

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.