Senior Advisor Water Management

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Advisor in Water Management to support sustainable development and resilient communities across NSW. You will provide expert advice on water resources, hydrology and related disciplines, guiding major development and infrastructure projects in balance with environmental and community needs.

The role offers permanent full-time opportunities, with the Parramatta office or other NSW DPHI locations, and a salary range of

Qualifications

• Experience in water management or hydrology and related disciplines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex findings into practical recommendations.
• Commitment to collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert water management advice to support development and infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to planning decisions balancing water resources, people and environment.
• Mentor others and contribute to team culture.

Skills

Water management

Hydrology

Civil/Water engineering

Environmental science

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Water), Geology, Hydrology, or Applied Science

Job description

Use your expertise to help build stronger communities through sustainable and resilient water management.

• Make a real impact by providing expert water management advice that supports responsible development and thriving communities across NSW.
• 3 x Permanent full-time opportunity,
• NSW office location based in Parramatta or other NSW DPHI office location considered upon application
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348- $146,945 + super

In this role, you'll play an important part in helping communities across NSW thrive by supporting sustainable and resilient water management outcomes. Working on significant development and infrastructure projects, you'll provide expert advice that helps ensure water resources are managed responsibly while enabling communities to grow and prosper. Your work will contribute to planning decisions that balance the needs of people, places and the environment, leaving a lasting positive impact on current and future generations.

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Senior Advisor Water Management DAS

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about creating positive outcomes for communities through sustainable water management and evidence-based planning.
• Brings experience in water management, hydrology, civil or water engineering, environmental science, geology, or a related discipline, and is motivated to apply their expertise to complex and impactful projects.
• Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical information and provide practical, risk-based advice.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, translating technical findings into meaningful recommendations for a diverse range of stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Values collaboration and enjoys building trusted relationships with colleagues, industry, government agencies and communities to achieve better outcomes.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on quality, integrity and delivery.
• Is committed to continuous improvement and enjoys mentoring others, sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Wants to make a lasting difference by helping shape sustainable, resilient and liveable communities across NSW.

Why Us?

Waterways connect communities. They support recreation, culture, biodiversity and our way of life. In this role, you'll help protect these important natural assets while contributing to the planning decisions that shape the future of NSW. You'll work on diverse and meaningful projects, collaborate with passionate professionals and play a key role in ensuring our rivers, estuaries, wetlands and coastal environments continue to support healthy communities and thriving ecosystems for generations to come.

• Degree qualification in a related relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience e.g., Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Water), Geology, Hydrology, or Applied Science.

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.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

A talent 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.

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 via [e-mail] or [phone] - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

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. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.