Senior Natural Resource Management Officer Agency: Department of Water and Environmental Regulation – Albany WA
Full time, Permanent
7 days ago, from Western Australia Government
As Western Australia's primary water and environmental regulator, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has a responsibility to be an influential and future-focused organisation.
Our vision is for a low-carbon Western Australia with a healthy environment and secure water resources for future generations.
The department holds itself accountable to being fair, efficient and effective.
We respect First Nations people's knowledge and cultural advice.
As a forward-looking department, we are guided by good science and embrace new technologies and practices.
We value and engage with our stakeholders and strive to be transparent in all we do and to build trusted relationships.
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The Opportunity:
Are you passionate about sustainable water resource management?
Do you have a knack for hydrology and a desire to lead impactful projects?
We're looking for a Senior Natural Resource Management Officer to contribute to the South Coast Region's water measurement and monitoring program.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity.
This position is based in Albany; however, we may consider alternative locations for the right candidate.
Please note that regular travel to Albany will be required.
The Senior Natural Resource Management Officer contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of the South Coast Region water measurement and monitoring program.
The program collects hydrological data from the department's ground and surface water hydrometric network and water quality monitoring projects to support sustainable development and management of water resources.
This position is a technical lead for hydrography, implementing Department and industry-standard hydrographic practices to influence and deliver agreed water data services.
Duties include:
Coordinating and implementing hydrometric station operation plans; Quality assurance and management of data; Development and regular review of complex stage-discharge relationships, including hydraulic design and modelling; Investigating discharge measurement structure performance and site audits; Delivering capital works projects.
Work often requires solving problems and developing, and/or making improvements on systems and processes.
The position works within a regional team, integrates across business areas, and also supports the state-wide water measurement and monitoring program.
Individuals at this level are expected to perform tasks independently, coordinate project work with teams, lead works approval processes, and make risk-based decisions aligned with the Department.
They fill the role of team data manager, applying well-developed knowledge of hydraulic principles and hydrometric site operations to meet data user specifications and service agreements.
The Senior Officer role must liaise with the community, external agencies, and internal groups.
They will be expected to embrace and adapt to change in the work environment, assisting the Program Manager; support individual team members, sharing their expertise and knowledge to build capability and productivity across the program.
As a department, we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empower our people, and increase team productivity.
We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, and youth bring to our workforce.
For further information about the opportunity, we encourage you to contact Rachael Duffield on 0419 869 *** or via email ****** during business hours.
How to apply
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job ' button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:
A comprehensive CV that outlines key responsibilities and achievements relevant to this position.
A three (3) page response detailing your experience against the job requirements in context with the role description and responsibilities described in the attached position description.
Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager).
Please Note:
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.
CLOSING DATE: 4pm on 15 November 2024 (Australian Western Standard Time)
Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
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