Technical Specialist

• →Delivery of a diverse portfolio of operational technologies including RTK GNSS, LiDAR, sonar, thermal imagery, closed conduit and open channel flow measurement, and ReOC drone operations)
• →Balancing competing priorities with limited resources and changing operational requirements
• →Providing plain language advice on complex technical issues to non-technical audiences
• →Ensuring OpTech capabilities continue to evolve and demonstrably contribute to NRAR’s regulatory capability and maturity.

• Experience working with terrestrial, aerial, bathymetric, hydrometric, surveying or other relevant technologies and associated data processing and analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide expert advice and recommendations on complex technical matters
• Ability to work independently and to manage competing priorities
• Willingness and ability to operate specialist equipment in the field and to undertake multi-day travel as required
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills. 

• Qualifications in surveying, science, engineering, hydrometrics, natural resource management, agriculture, instrumentation or other relevant discipline.
• Current NSW Driver's License
• Willingness to drive to and work in remote locations in NSW including multiday travel and overnight stays
• The applicant is required to work around water from time-to-time so should have the ability to swim and may be required to operate a kayak on still inland waters
• The successful applicant may be required to obtain on-the-job:
  • Occupational aquatic competency (swim) competency certificate (likely)
  • Kayak inland flat-water competency certificate (possible)
  • Coxswain NC3 certificate (possible)
• Appointment is subject to the successful applicant satisfactorily passing the criminal record check.

For more information read the full Role Description : Technology Specialist NRAR

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 ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

Water brings communities together, keeps industries moving and sustains life. It has significant cultural and environmental value with an estimated market value of more than $29 billion in NSW. 

DCCEEW also 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.

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.

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. 

Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

If you are excited by this opportunity and wish to apply, please include with your application a copy of your resume and a cover letter describing how your skills and experience make you an ideal candidate for this role.

Please contact the Hiring Manager if you want to know more about the role nick.milton@nrar.nsw.gov.au or 0428 384 493

A recruitment pool may be created to fill future equivalent roles which become available over the next 18 months.

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au  (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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Advertised: 04 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 18 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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