Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.
Join a highly skilled team where your expertise will influence dam safety outcomes on projects of state significance
Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
Office location Parramatta NSW, other locations considered by negotiation, hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $148,380 to $155,764 + super
Our Dams Safety NSW team is currently seeking to appoint a
Dams Safety Engineer
to help safeguard communities, infrastructure and the environment by ensuring the protected and effective management of declared dams across New South Wales.
Working within DCCEEW's Water Group, this role offers the opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to complex dam safety and regulatory matters while contributing to the sustainable management of critical water infrastructure.
As a Dams Safety Engineer, you will assess dam safety risks, provide expert advice to support regulatory and policy decisions, and work closely with dam owners, consultants and stakeholders to ensure compliance with dam safety requirements.
You'll review safety assessments, emergency plans and risk reports, support audits and regulatory initiatives, and contribute to emerging dam safety projects across NSW.
Working within a collaborative and highly specialised team, you'll help shape dam safety outcomes, engage with industry leaders and drive continuous improvement in dam safety regulation and practice.
About You
Sound understanding of dam engineering principles, risk assessment methodologies and asset management practices.
Ability to analyse complex technical information and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations to support decision-making.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across government, industry, consultants and dam owners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills,



with experience preparing technical reports, briefing papers and correspondence.
Proactive, collaborative and accountable approach, with a commitment to continuous professional development and industry best practice.
Essential Requirements
Degree in civil engineering with experience in construction, operations/maintenance of civil assets
Current NSW driver licence
Member (MIEAust) of Engineers Australia and meet Continuing Career development (CPD) requirements for Chartered status.
Able and willing to travel across NSW.
For more information read the full Role Description:
Dams Safety Engineer W Dam Safety
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.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close 11 November **** at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Jason Porter via
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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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