Manager Regulatory Intelligence

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

Working to protect the state's water resources.

• Natural Resources Access Regulator
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is currently seeking to appoint a Manager Regulatory Intelligence in an ongoing full-time capacity.

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) Act 2017 enabled the establishment of an independent water regulator in NSW focused on establishing best practice water regulation underpinned by ethics, good governance and stakeholder engagement to deliver effective and reliable water regulation for the people of NSW.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

About You

Lead NRAR's regulatory intelligence function to focus our effort on greatest compliance outcomes and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our work. Lead a team responsible for the governance, collection, analysis, production and evaluation of high-quality intelligence to inform NRAR's strategic, operational and tactical planning and operations.

Key accountabilities include:

• Drive regulatory priorities by managing NRAR's regulatory risk register, decision-making processes, and intelligence-led approaches.
• Implement regulatory intelligence strategies to position NRAR as a leader in proactive, risk-based regulation.
• Lead and develop teams to strengthen intelligence capability, supporting strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making.
• Lead change to embed the use of intelligence in regulatory design and decision-making at all levels of NRAR.
• Foster strong partnerships and networks across internal stakeholders, government, regulators, and research bodies to support regulatory problem-solving.
• Provide expert intelligence analysis on complex issues, evaluate effectiveness of initiatives, and lead continuous improvement of regulatory outcomes.

Key Knowledge & Experience

• Sound judgement, high level data literacy, analytical and strategic thinking skills and proven record of effective leadership.
• Knowledge of water/environment/natural resources management issues and regulation.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Regulatory Intelligence NRAR

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 opportunity 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 13 October 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Margaret Sexton 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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