Associate Director Dam Safety Regulation

The Water Group is seeking to appoint an Associate Director Dam Safety Regulation in a full-time ongoing capacity.

Dams Safety NSW is an independent regulator established under the Dams Safety Act 2015. In line with its legislative objectives, Dams Safety NSW seeks to ensure that any risks to people and to environmental and economic assets from dams are of a level that is acceptable to the community.

The Associate Director Dam Safety Regulation, a newly created role, will oversee the day-to-day operations of Dams Safety NSW, providing leadership, direction and management of the agency. The role leads audit and compliance activities to ensure effective dam safety and associated emergency planning and procedures by registered dam owners, developing and implementing dams’ safety standards in accordance with the Dams Safety Act, 2015. The role provides advice to the CEO Dams Safety NSW and members of Dams Safety NSW.

• Lead the operations of Dam Safety NSW, including strategic, financial, people and governance functions, to deliver regulatory objectives under the Dam Safety Act 2015.
• Provide expert advice to the CEO on dam classifications, safety standards, compliance activities and regulatory outcomes.
• Regulate and promote compliance with dam safety, operations, maintenance and emergency planning requirements, while providing guidance to declared dam owners on risk management and best practice.
• Maintain effective stakeholder partnerships across government, industry, research organisations and universities to support contemporary dam safety practices and community awareness.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Extensive experience in engineering, regulation, risk assessment and/or safety management

For more information read the full Role Description: Associate Director Dam Safety Regulation

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.

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 also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ashraf El-Sherbini via ashraf.el-sherbini@dpie.nsw.gov.au.  

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.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability  
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Ty Brennock via ty.brennock@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0400 231 505 (please mention reference number 550577).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 22 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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