Ready to make a splash in your career? WaterNSW is seeking an experienced Lead Dam Engineer to provide technical leadership in delivering effective dam engineering solutions, inclusive of investigation, assessment, design, audit and advice services to the organisation in accordance with the DSMS to meet business, regulatory and statutory requirements and puts safety first. Preferred locations - Sydney or any other regional locations in NSW You will be providing in-depth specialist dam engineering support by keeping condition of dams and risks they present under constant review; identify and measure/quantify new threats and lead development of improvement solutions. This is an opportunity to work with an essential organisation creating a more sustainable future for the state. This role offers the flexibility to work around life, your contribution will be valued, and you’ll be supported to build a rewarding career. Our perks and Benefits: At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits. Flexible working Work a 9-day fortnight at full pay on the Enterprise Agreement Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave Fertility leave Yearly corporate wear allowance Professional development and educational assistance Salary range $144,550 - $173,475 Super And so much more What you’ll do: Provide technical leadership in dam engineering to the Dam Engineers and the business. Review/validate and/or verify work outputs from Dam Engineers and consultants in accordance with the Dam Safety Management System (DSMS). Provide specialist expertise and advice on comprehensive dam safety risk reviews, investigations, and portfolio risk assessments. Lead the development of strategies and objective studies for risk management options by supporting the prioritisation of dam safety investigations and studies projects for inclusion in the Dam Safety Investment Strategy. Develop effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. What we are looking for: To be successful in this role you must have a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering along with: Minimum 10 years of professional experience in dams engineering Experience in engineering and design aspects on multi-disciplinary dam projects Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of dam and weir design, construction, operation, safety assessment and maintenance. Demonstrated background in planning work and deploying resources to deliver business goals. Excellent written and oral communication skills to communicate internally and to technical professionals, client groups, regulators, and the public, including reports, addressing forums and providing and interpreting technical information. Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to analyse and interpret data and information and make sound judgements. Detailed knowledge of relevant Australian and International codes and standards. Knowledge of safety policies and regulatory requirements. Current NSW Driver’s Licence, and willing to travel to the various sites within WaterNSW. How we will support you: At WaterNSW, we embrace the opportunity to integrate work into our life by having full ownership of our work week. We value getting the job done rather than looking at your work hours. We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit our WORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/waternsw More about our team/ culture: We communicate openly and honestly while maintaining respect for each other. This means we get things done. We understand that everyone is different, and this is what we value as part of our inclusive culture. Who is WaterNSW? When people think of essential human services, water supply is one of the first things that come to mind - and that’s where WaterNSW comes in. We are NSW’s primary bulk water supplier, river operator and comprehensive provider for licensing, water trades and water information. For more information, please reach out to: Samata Billa at samata.billawaternsw.com.au Please note applications for this position will close on 21st January 2024 Click for Position Description - Please note this can only be accessed on the WaterNSW Careers Page. You must have full work rights in Australia to qualify for all positions at WaterNSW. We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Privacy and collection of your personal information If you apply for a position via our website or recruitmentwaternsw.com.au, WaterNSW may collect your personal information. Please visit WaterNSW’s Privacy Page to view the Careers Collection Notice for more information about how WaterNSW collects, uses, and discloses your personal information.