- Internal expression of interest
- Temporary Opportunity until 30 Nov 2026
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $157,257.00 to $172,589.00 + super

Our Water for the Environment team is currently seeking to appoint a STL Environmental W&F; to lead operational team to ensure quality performance and outputs in wetland and river conservation via environmental water management, planning, community engagement, and related tasks to meet NSW commitments. The role will be focussed on delivering environmental water outcomes for the Lachlan, Macquarie, Snowy / Montane and the Hunter / coastal rivers. You will be managing a small team with responsibility for planning flow events, consulting with stakeholders, and working with partner agencies on delivery.

About You

- Knowledge of the operational and strategic requirements for the successful delivery of environmental water programs in the context of current policy and legislative frameworks.
- Experience developing, implementing and monitoring strategic and operational plans for the delivery of complex programs, with a demonstrated track record of providing direction and achieving results through multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams.

Essential Requirements

- A degree in Science or in a relevant natural resource discipline.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Team Leader Environmental Water and Floodplains CPHR

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances.



All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or Recent Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close Tuesday the 25th of August at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Allan Raine via [email protected] or on (phone hidden)

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