Senior Water Planning Officer

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

We have three permanent positions within Water Planning and Science in South Region.

The Senior Water Planning Officers (PO3) will be involved in the development of innovative management solutions and policy for the development of Water Plans, Water Management Protocols and other policy relating to the efficient and sustainable management of Queensland's water resources.

The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV), previously known as the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water, is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.

The Role

We are looking for highly organised people with a science, policy, or regulatory background to be involved in water plan review projects that are currently underway in line with Queensland Water Act 2000 You will be working in a small team and will be involved in a range of diverse activities such as drafting policy papers and recommendations for the development of water plans, supporting instruments and other water planning documents; undertaking complex technical reviews to inform development of water management solutions and policy; liaising with technical experts from various disciplines to inform the technical review; carrying out complex desktop research, data collection, interpretation, and analysis to inform the assessment of a range of water management and policy issues; preparing policy papers; and leading or assisting with consultation with internal and external clients. Travel away from home may be required on occasions and holding a "C" Class Qld Drivers Licence is desirable.

Key Accountabilities

  • Conduct water planning activities within a Region, including coordinating input from associated multi-disciplinary teams and delivering output for water planning functions and business objectives.
  • Drafting policy papers and recommendation for the development of water plans, supporting instruments and other water planning documents in line with Queensland Water Act 2000 requirements.
  • Undertake complex technical review to inform development of water management solutions and policy and liaise with technical experts from various disciplines to inform the technical review.
  • Undertake complex desktop research, data collection, interpretation, and analysis to inform the assessment of a range of water management and policy issues.
  • Lead and assist with consultation with internal and external clients.
  • Prepare policy papers, briefing notes and other correspondence as required.

About You
  • A degree qualification in a field that is relevant to the Key Duties and Accountabilities. For example degrees in the following fields will be considered, environmental science, natural resource management, economics, policy, business.

The Benefits
  • Passionate and inclusive team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
  • Contribute to impactful water resource management across Queensland

DLGWV is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We value the diversity of our workforce and are guided by the Queensland Public Sector Inclusion and Diversity Strategy. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual's contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive.

How to Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter (1 to 2 page) demonstrating your suitability for the position.

This position is available at the following locations: Brisbane/Bundaberg.Flexible location at DLGWV offices will be considered. Please advise your preference with your application.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad reference: QLD/654606/25

Closing Date: Friday, 29 August 2025

Occupational group Policy & Planning
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