Senior Water Resources Officer

Description: Overview of role: The Senior Water Resource Officer provides high-level expertise in the assessment, planning, and long-term management of water resources across the region. The role contributes to securing sustainable water supplies under conditions of population growth, climate change and ageing infrastructure. The role leads scenario planning, long-term modelling inputs, regulatory compliance, and water resource planning to support strategic decision-making and investment prioritisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development of long-term regional water resource outlooks and planning assessments, by operating and modifying and maintaining Coliban Water’s water resource models. Modelling of water resources to optimise water holdings and inform management decisions Provide expert input into the Urban Water Strategy, Integrated Water Management plans, Drought Response plans, Annual Operating Plans and climate-informed water security programs. Oversee preparation of water resource modelling inputs and evaluation of modelling outputs. Coordinate surface water, groundwater, climate, and system performance datasets to inform strategic planning. Contribute to statutory reporting requirements including corporate plan, annual report, DEECA reporting, Victorian Water Register, Essential Service Commission and Bureau of Meteorology Provide subject-matter expertise to capital planning, demand management programs, and strategic investigations. Lead long-term regional water resource planning and modelling to support water security, optimise water holdings, and inform strategic and operational decision‑making. Manage and integrate surface water, groundwater, climate and system performance datasets, and oversee the preparation, operation, validation and interpretation of water resource models. Provide expert technical advice and input into key corporate, statutory and regulatory processes, including Urban Water Strategy, Annual Water Outlook, Drought Response Plans and mandated reporting. Translate complex technical analysis into clear, fit‑for‑purpose advice for executives, regulators, councils and other stakeholders and contribute specialist expertise to capital planning, demand management and strategic investigations. Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams, government agencies, consultants and community stakeholders About you: Tertiary qualification in Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology, Environmental Science or a related field, with postgraduate qualifications desirable. Demonstrated experience and strong technical knowledge in water resource planning, and preparation of technical reports, strategies and regulatory submissions. Proven ability to synthesise complex information and communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including executives, regulators and stakeholders. High level of autonomy, initiative and technical leadership, with a strong commitment to safety, customer outcomes and public value. Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you. Learn more in the position description Salary: The salary and conditions for this position will be as per the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 4 $93,548-$112,895 + superannuation salary range will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience. This role is a Fulltime Ongoing position. Enquiries: For further information please contact Lauren Armstrong on or via email at To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by COB 26th January 2026. Why join us? At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities - now and tomorrow. We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca. Our commitment to inclusion means you’ll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team you receive a monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies. At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations. What are you waiting for? We’d love you to join us. Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre‑Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable. Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities and diverse abilities. If you need any support during the application process or would like to discuss interview adjustments, please contact Lauren Armstrong on or via email at Please indicate any adjustments (administrative, environmental, or procedural) you may need to effectively participate in the recruitment process and/or carry out the requirements of the role you are applying for. Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement. #J-18808-Ljbffr