Manager Water Resource Insights

Water is one of NSW's most valuable natural resources. It sustains our communities, environment, industries and cultural heritage. As Manager Water Resource Insights, you'll lead the delivery of critical water analytics, accounting and information services that support evidence-based decision making across government and help ensure the sustainable management of water resources for generations to come.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team at the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), providing strategic insights that influence water policy, planning, regulation and water market reform across NSW and nationally.

Reporting to the Director Water Analytics, you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for water accounting, analytics, information management and water trade reform services. You will oversee the delivery of high-quality data, insights and reporting that support government strategy, stakeholder engagement and transparent water management.

You will:

• Lead the delivery of water accounting, analytics and trade services across the Water Group.
• Provide strategic data and information products to government, industry and key stakeholders.
• Drive innovation in water data management, analytics and reporting.
• Support compliance with statutory reporting and Murray–Darling Basin Plan trading requirements.
• Build strong partnerships across state and federal agencies, industry and research organisations.
• Influence strategic reforms and contribute to state and national approaches to water accounting and water market management.
• Leads the delivery of water resource hydrology based analytics, accounting and technical insights that support water planning, allocation, regulation and management across NSW.
• Provides expert analysis of hydrology, water data and systems to inform policy, water market operations, Basin Plan compliance and evidence-based water resource management decisions.

You are a strategic and collaborative leader with strong experience managing complex information, data or analytics functions. You have a proven ability to translate technical information into meaningful insights that inform policy, operational and strategic decisions.

You will bring:

• Leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering business outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience interpreting complex datasets.
• Expertise in information management, water accounting, data analytics or related disciplines.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.
• Experience leading projects, driving reform and managing competing priorities in a complex environment.
• Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in water resource engineering, science, spatial science, project management, ICT or information management.

Key knowledge and experience

• Knowledge and experience in water information management.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant experience in water resource engineering or science, spatial science, project management, ICT, or information management.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Water Resource Insights

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.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Danielle Baker via danielle.baker@dcceew.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
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• 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.nsws.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 02 82751128 (please mention reference number 550870).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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Advertised: 09 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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