Investigator

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.***

Use your investigation skills to contribute to sustainable and fair water for the environment and communities of NSW.

• Permanent

full

-time

role

and creation of

Statewide

Talent Pool for future opportunities

• Full-time at

35 hours per week plus

FlexTime

• Located

in

Gosford

or

within

North-Eastern

NSW by negotiation

with h

ybrid working supported
- Salary

relative

to experience, and ranges from $

113,574 to $125,720 plus super

Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply and ensure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

Our

Investigations and Enforcement

team is currently seeking to appoint a

n

Investigator

to undertake a range of compliance-related activities, including inspections and investigations, and provides technical and educative advice to enhance compliance standards

in accordance with

Natural Resources Access Regulator Act 2017 and natural resources management legislation including the Water Management Act.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will have

the capacity to undertake investigations and experience in interviewing witnesses and suspects and in applying knowledge of investigative methodologies, rules of evidence and court procedures.

Experience in Water Management

and knowledge of Water Management legislation is pref

erred.

You will be self-motivated and have a genuine interest in

m

aintaining

a detailed and current knowledge of rules, regulations and operational guidelines, and applying them in an impartial manner.

You will have good interpersonal and communication skills with the demonstrated ability to undertake compliance activities in an effective, efficient and impartial manner, given the high volume, and sensitive nature of the work, including the ability to balance compliance and educative responsibilities, while dealing professionally with a diverse range of industry participants.

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.

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.

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.

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 2 October 2025

at 11:55

pm

.

Should you require further information about the role please contact

Scott Mathieson,

Manager Investigations, NRAR via email

.

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.

Looking for more information or

assistance

in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• How we encourage and support

people with disability
- Information and

adjustments for individual needs

for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing

contacting

Eloise Fleck on

please mention reference number

544941

)

.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait

Islander

use

our

Aboriginal applicants guide

to

assist

with applying for roles or contact our

Aboriginal Career pathways

team for a yarn

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