Join us in shaping a sustainable future to protect and preserve Western Australia's precious water!

Join Us in Shaping Western Australia's Future

At the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, we’re not just hiring, we’re building the future. As Western Australia embarks on a bold agenda to remain the strongest economy in the nation, we play a critical role in delivering on government priorities: supporting sustainable development across the state, enabling renewable energy, protecting our environment, and securing our water future.

We are an influential and future-focused organisation, working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. We’re guided by good science, cultural knowledge, and a values-based culture that reflects who we are and how we go about our work.

If you're driven to make a real impact, whether it's supporting industry transformation, driving innovation in environmental regulation, enabling clean energy, or restoring waterways we invite you to bring your talent, your ideas, and your commitment to a team that’s delivering for today and planning for tomorrow.

Be part of something bigger. Be part of DWER.

We care | We build trust | Better together | Open minds | We serve to make a difference

Find out more about us by visiting our website at www.dwer.wa.gov.au

The Opportunity:

The Department is seeking to establish a pool of experienced water and climate specialists to fill both immediate and future vacancies within our Water division. These roles work together to integrate hydrogeological, hydrological, climate science, environmental knowledge to assess the current status and trends of water resources to inform sustainable approaches to water resource management and water supply planning.

These roles will contribute to water resource information and resource decision-making across agencies and stakeholders. The work is grounded in the principle that sound water management is underpinned by excellent science.

Current vacancies exist in the following areas:

• Groundwater Resource Science
• Hydrology & Climate Science

As a department we recognise that flexible working arrangements support effective work-life balance, empowers our people and increases team productivity. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth bring to our workforce.

For further information about the opportunity we encourage you to contact Clarrie Green (Groundwater Resource Science) on (08) 6364 7018 or via email at clarrie.green@dwer.wa.gov.au; Jacqueline Schopf (Hydrology & Climate Science) on (08) 6364 6931 or via email at jacqueline.schopf@dwer.wa.gov.au  during business hours.

What we’re looking for:

• SC2 Engineer or SC3 Senior Engineer (Hydrology and Hydroclimate) – responsible for leading (SC3) and/or supporting (SC2) on matters relating to surface water hydrology and hydraulics to support WA water management and determine climate change impacts on surface water resources and/or develop floodplain mapping and development strategies.
• SC2 Environmental Officer – Climate Change and Water or SC3 Senior Climate Change and Water Specialist (Hydrology and Hydroclimate) – responsible for leading (SC3) and/or supporting (SC2) the application of climate change science and water resource research application to build our understanding of how climate change will impact our water resources, providing a foundation for long-term planning and climate change adaptation in WA water management.
• SC2 Hydrogeologist or SC3 Senior Hydrogeologist (Groundwater Resource Science) – responsible for leading (SC3) and/or supporting (SC2) complex groundwater investigations and providing expert hydrogeological advice to support sustainable water resource management across Western Australia. It includes desktop analysis, stakeholder engagement, and field investigations to assess groundwater systems and deliver high-quality scientific advice.

How to apply

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

• A comprehensive CV that details your experience relevant to this opportunity;
• A two (2) page cover letter outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in context of the work related requirements.
• A copy of your Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering qualification (degree and transcript) in an appropriately related field*
• Two (2) referees (one preferred to be a current supervisor or recent manager)

* Applicants who consider their degree is equivalent to a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering may be asked to confirm and evidence equivalency from the issuing university. Applicants with an overseas qualification must submit a valid assessment from the Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU). For more information visit migration.wa.gov.au

Please indicate which level you are applying for and ensure your response addresses the work related requirements of the relevant position in the attached Role Matrix.

Please Note:

• To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the employment opportunity.
• DWER conducts employment screening which may include a National Criminal History check.

For technical difficulties while applying online or information about the application process, please contact us for assistance on (08) 6364 7800 or at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au – email address not to be used for submission of applications.

Access Needs

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at recruitment@dwer.wa.gov.au or on (08) 6364 7800.

This pool will operate for a period of twelve (12) months with vacancies being offered at part or full time on a permanent or fixed term contract basis with the possibility of extension or permanency. Pool applicants do not hold a right of review against appointment decisions made from the pool

CLOSING DATE: 4pm Friday 26 September 2025 (Australian Western Standard Time)

Applications that are in progress or submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.