Senior Advisor Water Assets and Infrastructure

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure seeks a Senior Advisor, Water Assets and Infrastructure, to lead complex assessments that shape NSW development in water, wastewater and stormwater planning. You will translate technical findings into practical recommendations for major development applications, SSD/SSI projects and rezoning proposals.

Join a high-performing team and collaborate with planners, engineers and government agencies to influence decisions, manage priorities

Qualifications

• Experience in water assets and infrastructure planning, assessment or advisory services.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of NSW planning and development assessment environment, policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake complex technical assessments of water assets and infrastructure.
• Engage with stakeholders and influence planning decisions.
• Provide expert technical advice for major development applications, SSD/SSI projects, and rezoning proposals.
• Communicate complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

Skills

Water assets

Infrastructure planning

Technical assessments

Stakeholder engagement

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Water)

Job description

Lead complex water infrastructure assessments that make a real impact on communities across NSW.

• Make a tangible impact on the future of NSW communities through strategic water infrastructure planning and assessment.
• Join a collaborative team where your technical expertise will influence major planning decisions and sustainable infrastructure outcomes.
• On-going, full-time opportunity (35 hours per week)
• Parramatta or other NSW DPHI office location by negotiation with flexible working arrangement supported.

In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping sustainable development outcomes across NSW by providing expert water assets and infrastructure advice on major development applications, State Significant Development projects and rezoning proposals.

Working within a collaborative and high-performing team, you'll undertake complex technical assessments, engage with key stakeholders and influence planning decisions that support growing communities. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise to high-profile projects while contributing to the delivery of practical, innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Read the role description for more detail: Senior Advisor Water Assets and Infrastructure

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience in water assets and infrastructure, including water, wastewater and/or stormwater planning, assessment or advisory services.
• Can undertake complex technical assessments and translate technical information into clear, practical recommendations for a range of stakeholders.
• Brings strong knowledge of the NSW planning and development assessment environment, including relevant legislation, policies and standards.
• Has experience reviewing infrastructure strategies, technical reports, modelling outputs and risk assessments to support informed decision-making.
• Is a confident communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities while maintaining quality outcomes and attention to detail.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and building productive relationships with government agencies, industry partners and internal stakeholders.
  

Why Us?

The Development Coordination Authority (DCA) plays a critical role in supporting sustainable growth across NSW by providing specialist advice that helps shape complex development and infrastructure outcomes. As a Senior Advisor, Water Assets and Infrastructure, you'll be at the forefront of this work, providing expert technical advice on major development applications, State Significant Development (SSD) and State Significant Infrastructure (SSI) projects, as well as State‑led rezoning proposals.

This is an opportunity to work on projects that have a genuine impact on how communities grow and thrive. You'll collaborate with planners, engineers, government agencies and industry stakeholders to influence key decisions on water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, ensuring development outcomes are practical, sustainable and fit for the future.

Degree qualification in a related relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience e.g., Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Water) or Urban Planning.

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high‑performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team