Work.

Are you passionate about water and want to help make Queensland drought resilient? Join Sunwater as Senior Water Security & Policy Advisor, where you’ll play a vital role in identifying and leading the development of projects and initiatives which achieve Water Act compliance and Water Plan objectives including water resource security / drought resilience. You will lead interactions with Sunwater operations and customers and stakeholders in relation to the Queensland Water Planning Framework and other regulatory instruments.

As a as Senior Water Security & Policy Advisor at Sunwater, you will:

• Assess the current state of water security and its impact on business operations and growth potential.
• Develop strategies to manage water resources sustainably and reduce water security related risks.
• Facilitate Sunwater’s ongoing compliance with water resource management legislation and other requirements within a robust risk management and assurance framework.

We are seeking a talented individual with a proven track record in developing and applying water policies, procedures and plans to water supply schemes in response to legislative requirements, water industry drivers and other reforms shaping the water industry in Queensland and Australia. You will hold tertiary qualifications in science, law, engineering or similar from a recognised institution. You will also bring:

• Analytical expertise: Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills including a proven ability to formulate water related strategies, policies and implementation plans using participative consultation and negotiation processes.
• Stakeholder management skills: Proven ability to liaise and negotiate with government agencies, peak bodies and water users on natural resource management policy matters, particularly relating to water.
• Communication skills: Excellent communication skills with a knack for writing and presenting quality reports and findings to senior leadership, including the Board and executive leadership team.

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including:

1. Base salary starting from $156,360
2. 12.75% superannuation
3. Access to banked time and TOIL
4. 17.5% leave loading
5. A genuine emphasis on work/life balance

Water.

Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life.

At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
• My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
• My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

 Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future.  We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world.  We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn.

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