Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor

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Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference:
600566
Location:
5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status:
Ongoing
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone

About the Organisation:

We are the Department for Environment and Water (DEW), anorganisation that leads the way in conserving, sustaining, andcreating prosperity for South Australia. We influence governmentdecisions and deliver high-quality policy, programs, and assetsthat significantly affect the state's social, environmental, andeconomic well-being. We're passionate about inclusion, diversity,customer service, and achieving results, all through the means ofinnovative technology and strategic partnerships.

About the Branch/Business Unit
The Stormwater Management Authority (SMA) is a statutory Authorityestablished under Schedule 1A of the Local Government Act 1999 andhas responsibility for driving stormwater management planning andthe implementation of associated infrastructure by the localgovernment sector. It also has a key role in ensuring a strategicand aligned approach to stormwater management across State andlocal government with the provision of funding in support of itsstrategic objectives.

About the Role:

The Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor, StormwaterManagement Authority (SMA) is responsible for providingprofessional engineering expertise and leadership on complexstormwater management works and projects subsidised or led by theSMA.

The incumbent will apply significant professional judgement andexpertise when engaging with local Government to ensure thetechnical veracity and robustness of hydrologic and hydraulicmodelling, plans and engineering and policy documentation. The Senior Technical Advisor/Technical Advisor will providehigh quality written advice to the SMA Board, Executives and theMinister and represent the interests of the SMA on committees andworking groups for programs of significant importance.

A key component of the role is the ability to successfullydevelop genuine strong networks and relationships and leadcollaboration with partners to deliver successful projects in atimely manner.

About you:

To be successful in the role, you will have a deep demonstratedknowledge of contemporary flood modelling/hydraulic design methodsand tools, demonstrated knowledge of contemporary water sensitiveurban design practices and significant experience in successfullymanaging complex projects involving local government and communitystakeholders.

What can we offer you!

- Working in an organisation that iscontributing to significant environmental outcomes in the greatstate of South Australia!
- Be part of a high performing and supportiveteam.
- Hybrid working model with flexible workingoptions, including work from home available to promote work lifebalance.
- Free entry into DEW managed Parks in SouthAustralia.
- Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program(EAP).
- Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:

Ongoing contract.

The SMA is recruiting for a Technical Advisor at the PO3 or PO4level. Candidates will need to indicate the specific classificationlevel they wish to be considered for in their application.

Essential Qualifications:

Degree level qualification in Engineering is essential.

Post graduate qualifications related to stormwater, floodmanagement or water sensitive urban design are desirable.

Special Conditions:

- May be required to participate in firemanagement and associated duties.
- Current class "
C"
driver'slicence and willingness to drive is essential.
- Out of hours work may be required.
- Interstate and intrastate travel requiringovernight absences may be required.

Remuneration:

PO3 - $99,788 min - $105,495 max p.A.
PO4 - $109,060 min - $118,690 max p.A.

Enquiries to:

Belinda Skilton
General Manager, SMA

Application Instructions:

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FORSA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, currentCV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Key RoleOutcomes and the required Technical, Professional/Knowledge andExperience (including qualifications) as outlined in the RoleDescription.

Please ensure you also indicate whether you are applyingfor the PO3 or PO4 role to ensure applications can be assessedaccordingly.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed tobuilding a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourageapplications from people with diverse backgrounds including allages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander,people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse andLGBTIQA+.

Applications close:
26/06/:
00 PM
Attachments:

- PO3 P18953 Technical Adviser Stormwater Mgmt FINAL.Pdf
- PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.Pdf
- Senior Technical Advisor, SMA, PO4.Pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.