Principal Water Resource Analyst

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Temporary full-time opportunities to 30 June 2027
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $162,296 to $165,865 + super

The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW.

The Water Operations - Metering & Licensing team are seeking to appoint a Principal Water Resource Analyst in a full-time temporary capacity to 30 June 2027, with the chance of further extension.

About You

Lead the design, development and production of high-quality information products for use by industry, government and community using tools like PowerBI. Provide high level analysis and assessment to inform ongoing implementation of the non-urban metering reform. Drive improvements to performance and efficiencies and inform reporting and performance management. The role provides specialist technical expertise, knowledge and guidance to build team capability and ensure high quality water resource management outcomes.

• Policy & Reform Support – Provide high-level analysis, assessment, and technical advice to inform the implementation of non-urban metering reform, licensing, approvals, and water planning initiatives.
• Data & Compliance Management – Analyse metering and measurement data to support LTAAEL and SDL compliance, ensuring systems and processes remain fit for purpose.
• Product & Reporting Development – Lead the design and delivery of high-quality metering, licensing and approvals information products, reports, and performance outputs for industry, government, and the community.
• Team Leadership & Capability Building – Lead project teams, coordinate resources, and share technical expertise to build team capability and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Innovation & Best Practice – Drive the innovative application, acquisition, and interpretation of metering and water accounting data to support best practice water resource management, reporting and decision-making.

Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following disciplines: water resources management modelling, water resource accounting, river operations, statistics, computer programming, open channel hydraulics.
• Experience in assessing the suitability of data and systems for water resource analysis and reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to evaluate complex scientific and hydrological investigations, data and research to determine validity and rigor in the context of water resource management.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in applied sciences or science-based discipline.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Water Resource Analyst

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 Monday 29 September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Stacey Winckel via

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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