Director

Description:

This position is available at the following locations: Mackay, Rockhampton, Longreach, Townsville, Ayr, South Johnstone, Cairns or Mareeba. Flexible location at DLGWV offices will be considered. Please advise your preference with your application.Key Duties and Accountabilities:- Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed workforce comprised of 5 staff to deliver on the Water Availability and Security in Queensland's Water Plans project.- To deliver on the Queensland Government's election commitment to undertake an analysis of 23 regional water plans to contribute to the development of a water security plan for the State.- Undertake technical assessments (environmental, economic, social, hydrologic and cultural data), as well as extensive stakeholder engagement to understand and plan for further water needs.- Engage with the Commonwealth on accredited water resource plans and other Commonwealth related matters.- Represent the department at both key state and national water initiates and forums.- Delivery of science related programs to support water planning and intergovernmental agreements.- Lead engagement with First Nations people to understand and deliver indigenous water reserves.- Other duties as directed and required.Applications to remain current for 12 months.