Dams Safety NSW Board Member
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Job Description
Do you want to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.
- Dams Safety NSW
- Current Board opportunities
- An annual sitting fee of $35000 (plus superannuation)
Dams Safety NSW is seeking expressions of interest from eligible candidates for appointment by the NSW Minister for Water the Hon. Rose Jackson MLC as an appointed member. Dams Safety NSW is a statutory body corporate constituted by Dams Safety Act 2015 (The Act) which consists of five members appointed by the NSW Minister for Water.
The term of appointment is for an initial period not exceeding four years.
The Dams Safety NSW Board Member contributes expertise and participates in decision making on dam safety regulation and provides strategic guidance and advice to the Minister for Water. The role provides advice to shape the strategic direction of Dams Safety NSW and promote transparency in regulating dam safety in accordance with statutory requirements government policy and the Agencys regulatory policy.
Key aspects of the role include:
- Advise on the establishment implementation and enforcement of standards and policies about dam safety management and the operation of dam infrastructure and operations consulting with stakeholders to ensure the design and delivery of best regulatory practice.
- Contribute to the provision of expert advice and recommendations to the Minister for Water on dam safety matters.
Given the skills mix and capability needs as an appointed member we are looking for people with professional expertise qualifications or experience in dam engineering emergency management dam operations and management and/or public safety risk analysis.
Experience in asset management and/or the water sector will be well regarded.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in a discipline relevant to the work of Dams Safety NSW.
- The Dams Safety NSW Act 2015 (NSW) regulates the appointment of members in several respects:
- Section 7 (2) The appointed members are to be persons who together have professional expertise qualifications or experience in dam engineering mine engineering emergency management dam operations and management public safety risk analysis and best practice regulation (including cost benefit analysis and business case development).
- Section 7 (4) A person who is the owner of a declared dam is not eligible to be appointed or hold office as a member of Dams Safety NSW.
- Section 50 (b) excludes personal liability of members of Dams Safety NSW for acts of omissions done or omitted to be done in good faith for a statutory purpose.
- Schedule 1 contains provisions relating to the members and procedure of Dams Safety NSW.
Knowledge and Experience
- Completion of governance or director training through a recognised provider such as the Australian Institute of Company Directors or equivalent knowledge and/or experience.
- Knowledge of a directors responsibilities includes an understanding of the role as well as legal ethical fiduciary and financial responsibilities.
- Strategic expertise the ability to review the strategy through constructive questioning and suggestion and contribute to the effective decision making of the board.
- Accounting and finance the ability to read and comprehend financial material presented to the board and financial reporting requirements.
- Risk management experience in the application of strategic risk frameworks and being prepared for risk.
- Industry knowledge experience in engineering regulation asset management or the water sector.
For more information read the full Role Description:Dams Safety NSW Board Member
Who We Are
DCCEEW conserves and protects the states 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
Please submit a covering letter (two pages maximum) which describes your interest in the role your skills and board acumen and details how you meet the statutory requirements of the role together with a resume (three pages maximum) by 11:55PM on Monday 28 July 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by an assessment panel which will make recommendations on prospective candidates to the NSW Minister for Water. Candidates must also undergo probity checks before any recommendations are made.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Madeleine Mispel (Executive Director Strategy & Policy) on.
Our goal is to build an environment 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 department 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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
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If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Ty Brennock on.
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