Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Engineering
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/50811441C
The Surface Water Assessment and Modelling (SWAM) team plays a key role in ensuring that decisions about Victoria's surface water resources are supported by the best-available information, surface water assessments and modelling. This position will be responsible for undertaking modelling tasks and technical assessment of surface water resources to inform decisions, analyse outcomes and assess risks for effective management of Victoria's surface water resources related to delivery of Water for Victoria and implementation of the Basin Plan. This includes modelling activities contributing to the Basin Plan Review and Sustainable Diversion Limit Adjustment Mechanism (SDLAM) projects as well as support other initiatives including Long Term Water Resource Assessment and Urban Water Strategy.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.