Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage. Reconnecting River Country Program Temporary full-time opportunity to 30 June 2025, with possibility of extension Riverina/Albury location Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $139,787 to $161,663 super The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint a Manager, Works Development in a temporary, full-time capacity to 30 June 2025, to lead development of mitigation works planning and methodologies for the Reconnecting River Country Program. About You You will have experience in complex water management issues that require novel solutions. You will also have advanced problem-solving skills to identify solutions in a time constrained environment. In this role you will manage a multi-disciplinary team that requires expertise in resource coordination, leading project deliverables and ensuring milestones are met within required timeframes. You will also have some experience in procurement and contracted services, and managing budgets. Key accountabilities of the role include: Scope and plan the implementation of program/project outcomes. Coordinate expertise to develop plans and strategies, and manage contracts and consultancies as required ensuring project deliverables and milestones are met within required timeframes. Support development and documentation of business cases relating to mitigation works, including procurement and commercial approach planning, cost estimates, and delivery resource planning. Responsible for WHS reporting, compliance and risk management and planning for the Works Development team and program delivery. Work collaboratively with program managers and the broader department to establish the program's procurement plans and delivery strategies. Provide expert advice for project management, ensuring contractors and services are engaged and scheduled appropriately, and contributing to project evaluation monitoring and reporting to meet project budget and timeframes. Review and evaluate project deliverables, utilising best practice program methodologies, to ensure budget and resourcing requirements are met, and embedding the establishment of compliance, audit and assessment frameworks. Foster and maintain relationships with stakeholders to provide leadership, expertise and information to them and the program team. Represent the program in external stakeholder forums. Provide expert advice to governance committees, Executive, project owners and stakeholders. Provide project milestone reports, Ministerial responses, briefings and other documentation as required. For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Works Development 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. To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close Sunday 6 October 2024 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Michelle Cavallaro via michelle.cavallarodpie.nsw.gov.au . 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. Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. 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