Snr Natural Resources Officer Floodplain

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Would you like to join a friendly, multi-disciplinary team of floodplain and coastal management experts?
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity until 26 October 2026, with possibility of extension
• Based in Parramatta, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $144,058.00 to $151, super

Our Regional Delivery Team in Greater Sydney is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Natural Resources Officer (Floodplain Management) to support delivery of the NSW Floodplain Management Program.

About You

We are seeking a skilled Floodplain Risk Management officer to provide expert technical and strategic support to Councils and their Floodplain Risk Management Committees in the development and implementation of Flood Studies, and Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans.

This role involves offering high-level advice to regional staff and stakeholders, assisting in the development of operational policies, and supporting Councils in securing funding for practical flood mitigation strategies. You will ensure best practices are applied across all technical and policy advice, maintain accurate records for grant-funded projects, and monitor progress against milestones.

The position also includes preparing ministerial correspondence, contributing to environmental planning assessments, and facilitating the timely delivery of studies and plans in collaboration with Councils and communities. A key focus will be on integrating floodplain risk management with coastal and estuarine processes, maintaining technical excellence, and delivering high-quality, community-focused strategies that support environmental resilience.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Sound knowledge of floodplain risk assessment methods and floodplain
• management strategies;
• Sound knowledge of the Government's 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)

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Natural Resources Officer (Floodplain Management)

Further information about the NSW Floodplain Management Program can be found at: Floodplain Management Program.

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's 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

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 Tuesday 4th November 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Daylan Cameron via or on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce 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 workforce 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.

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