Senior Technical Writer

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage. Water Analytics Branch Temporary full-time opportunity to 30 June 2026 Office location negotiable across NSW, hybrid working supported Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super Our Water Analytics Branch team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Technical Writer in a temporary capacity to 30 June 2026. The Water Group leads the NSW Government in providing confidence to communities and stakeholders with the transparent stewardship of water resources, provision of services and reforms that support sustainable and healthy environments, economies and societies across NSW. The Water Analytics Branch will produce multiple products requiring technical writer input for the remainder of the financial year, including surface water and groundwater model reports, reports for the Northern Basin Connectivity and Sustainable Water Sharing projects, reports, technical memos and summaries for the Minimum Inflows project, comms and engagement outputs for consultation on models, internal best practice guidelines for data visualisation, Spatial Viewer guidance material, and further comms outputs on the work Water Analytics Branch delivers. About You This role delivers high quality information products and reporting for stakeholders by identifying and analysing product requirements and collaborating with water modelling, geospatial and analytics staff and stakeholders to effectively develop these products. The role maximises the value of information from analysis by water modelling, geospatial and analytics teams and supports the continuous improvement of information products for a range of internal and external audiences. This work supports the transparency and understanding of water modelling and analytics to support water management decision making. For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Technical Writer Who We Are 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 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. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. 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. To Apply If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role. Applications close Wednesday 10 December 2025 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Keara McDonagh-Aiken via A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Looking for more information or assistance in applying? Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. How we encourage and support people with disability Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Eloise Fleck on (please mention reference number ). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at for a yarn. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr