Senior Natural Resource Officer FM
Senior Natural Resource Officer FM
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$ 124360 - 137176
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Job Description
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to the protect the states environment and heritage.
- Internal expression of interest
- Apply and strengthen your water engineering skills in flood risk management
- Be part of a friendly multi-disciplinary team of floodplain and coastal management experts
- Temporary (Up to 28 January 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Wollongong Office location preferred and hybrid working is supported
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $124360 to $137176 super
Our Water Floods & Coast team (South East) is seeking to appoint a Senior Natural Resource Officer (Floodplain Management) to support delivery of the NSW Floodplain Management Program.
The role supports the delivery of the NSW Floodplain Management Program including:
- Working closely with Councils to facilitate and influence the timely delivery of high-quality studies and plans consistent with policy and best practice including the engagement of the community and other relevant agencies.
- Providing specialist advice on floodplain and waterway health management for environmental planning and assessment matters and contributes to region-wide strategies.
- Working as part of a friendly and supportive team of floodplain coastal and estuary management specialists.
About You
To be successful in the role you will have:
- Sound knowledge of floodplain risk assessment methods and floodplain management strategies;
- Sound knowledge of the Governments Flood Prone Land Policy Flood Risk Management Manual and related guidelines and legislation;
- Understanding and experience in the application of hydrological and hydraulic models in analysing flood behaviour and flood hazards;
- An understanding of the application of NSW Government policy related to the application of flood risk in land use planning.
- Great communication and project management skills.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary Qualifications in Civil / Environmental Engineering (or equivalent) and eligible for membership of Engineers Australia.
- Current drivers licence (Class C)
Further information about the NSW Floodplain Management Program can be found at:
Floodplain Management Program NSW Environment and Heritage
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Natural Resource Officer
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 Thursday 16 October 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact John Bucinskas via or on.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
