Add expected salary to your profile for insightsSA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia.
We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history.
For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services.
With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we're focused on understanding and meeting our customers' expectations.As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focused.
Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.About the jobAs a Water Modelling Specialist, you will lead the development and use of integrated water management modelling tools to support strategies across South Australia.
With expertise in water resources modelling, analysis, and planning, you will work closely with the water resources team to inform collaborative decision-making with internal and external partners.
Your role includes analysing water availability at a regional and system level, evaluating new water options, and guiding the development of models in areas without existing systems.About the PersonWe are looking for a candidate who can lead the assessment of water system capacity and future needs through advanced water resources modelling.
You will develop and implement a comprehensive modelling work program, ensuring consistent methodologies and assumptions, and collaborate with various teams.
You'll model supply and demand scenarios to guide strategic decisions, support stakeholder consultations, and contribute to regional water resilience frameworks using innovative techniques to ensure ongoing water security.
Additionally, you'll build strong relationships with stakeholders and prepare essential documentation for decision-making.About Science and StrategyThe Science and Strategy group employs scientific approaches to address present and upcoming challenges.
They execute a strategy driven by customer preferences to elevate the SA Water brand and position us for future success.In addition, your responsibilities will include:Fostering trust with our people, customers and community by providing expert advice and service that ensure we effectively communicate and engage audiences with our business strategy and its delivery across South Australia, every day.You will:Lead water resources modelling and assessment to support integrated water management strategies for South Australia.Develop new system models in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistency in methodologies.Model current and future supply-demand scenarios to inform option development and ensure alignment with overall strategies.Build strong relationships with stakeholders, driving collaboration and preparing technical outputs for decision-making.Contribute to water security planning, fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring safety, and maintaining SA Water's values.Your success in this role will come from:Relevant qualifications in science, engineering, or related fields, with knowledge of technical, regulatory, and policy requirements.Strong understanding of South Australia's water sector, resource management, and strategic planning processes.Expertise in water resources modelling, analysis, and planning, with experience resolving complex issues across systems and regions.Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, build relationships, and drive collaborative outcomes.Ability to provide strategic and policy recommendations based on data analysis and research - desirable.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.To apply, click 'Apply'.
Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume.
For enquiries or for a copy of the Position Description, please contact Despina Livadiotis from the Talent Acquisition team ****** .Please note that any enquiries received, will be responded to starting from 2nd January 2025Applications close 11:55pm, 27 January 2025.A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve.
Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.Our Industry is like no other.
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Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au.Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.
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