Job Description
Senior Manager Groundwater Assessment and Modelling n
Full time, Contract
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Hybrid
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1d ago , from Victorian Department of Energy and Climate Action
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The Senior Manager, Groundwater Assessment and Modelling leads the team responsible for providing the evidence, analysis and advice needed for informed, practical and defensible groundwater-management decisions in Victoria. The position integrates hydrogeology, groundwater assessment and modelling with policy, regulation, governance and implementation; leads significant programs and investment; provides authoritative advice to executives and the Minister; and builds collaborative relationships across DEECA, rural water corporations, interstate and national agencies, industry and technical partners.
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Specialist/Technical
Expertise/Qualifications
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A relevant tertiary qualification in hydrogeology, geology, earth science, environmental science, engineering, water resources or a related discipline is highly desirable.
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Demonstrated senior-level knowledge of hydrogeology, groundwater assessment, monitoring and/or modelling, and the application of evidence to groundwater resource management.
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Demonstrated experience leading a complex portfolio of technical, policy and project work in a government, regulatory or similarly complex environment, including management of budgets, consultants and technical assurance.
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Sound understanding of Victoria's water-resource management, entitlement and licensing frameworks, or demonstrated ability to rapidly apply comparable statutory and policy frameworks.
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This is a fixed term position available until 22 February ****. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street,



East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.
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To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
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Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the
Position Description
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Applications close *****pm on Tuesday, 20 October ****.
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All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
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Other relevant information:
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Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
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To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident
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An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace
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DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.
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We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally secure and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact
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We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.
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📌 Senior Manager Groundwater Assessment And Modelling (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
📍 Melbourne