eFlash #555
Date: 20-Oct-2022
In this edition: Message from Interim CEO| Position Available qldwater – Project Support Assistant| Environmental Protection and Other Legislation Amendment (EPOLA)| LGAQ Conference in Cairns Summary| Upcoming Fundamentals Webinar – Register Now| Positions Available – Urban Utilities
1. Message from Interim CEO, Linda Roberts
This week we have received notice that Naomi Carragher is moving on from qldwater with her last day being November 11th. I would like to acknowledge Naomi’s contributions and going above & beyond during her time at qldwater. On a personal note, since joining Naomi has been hugely supportive in helping me settle into my role and nothing has been too difficult.
We are entering a quieter time of the year for qldwater which will give us some breathing space during this rebuilding phase for the organisation. We are putting in place resourcing arrangements to support our team and our members during this challenging time.
2. Position Available qldwater – Project Support Assistant
Naomi’s position as Project Support Assistant is now being advertised on Seek. The role provides general support and administration services for qldwater, with the key focus on Event and Member management. As the first point of contact for qldwater members and the general public, we are looking for someone who will love our members as much as we do. The role is responsible for managing member communications including web sites and annual subscriptions, financial and other administrative requirements and provides general project support for the CEO and other staff.
Flexible hours and working arrangements are negotiable for the right applicant. Apply here.
3. Environmental Protection and Other Legislation Amendment (EPOLA)
The EPOLA Amendment Bill has now gone to a parliamentary committee and is now available for the public to view and open for commentary, with a very short window for feedback closing next week Wednesday 26th October at 9am.
From our initial review there have been some good wins through previous engagement with the State removing the 10 year review period for EAs and ‘uniform conditions’. The changes regarding more flexibility to allow innovative projects to occur has remained.
There are still some potential issues associated with changes to section 50, with an undue removal of Ministerial oversight of the EIS process, as well as the changes to the wording in 326 BA (1) (b). The removal of a reference to concentrations potentially opens the door to increased environmental investigations required, which would be at the cost of the EA holder.
Please refer to the parliamentary committee website for further information.
If anyone would like to provide additional feedback, please do so by 5pm on Monday 24 October to either Linda Roberts or Louise Reeves.
4. LGAQ Conference in Cairns Summary
Qldwater, along with our LGAQ partners, represented the QWRAP program at the LGAQ Conference in Cairns this week. Our booth in the trade exhibition area attracted attention from CEOs, Mayors and other elected representatives keen to learn more or to discuss the success of the project in their regions.
On Monday afternoon, Linda Roberts presented at a Regional and Remote Communities panel session, raising the profile of water services as an essential part of liveability in all Queensland communities. Linda’s presentation highlighted the importance of a sustainable workforce to deliver the services required to provide safe drinking water – a public health requirement that deserves more attention from all levels of government.
The photo booth was a great addition to the event, and our team had a bit of fun participating – see https://gallery.wildboothco.com.au/photo/EEdVpB
As part of the LGAQ conference there were an increased number of motions relating to water, including funding, recycled water, long term water supply planning and workforce challenges.
5. Upcoming Fundamentals Webinar – Register Now
Register now to participate in qldwater's next Fundamentals Webinar, to be held on Thursday 10th November at 10am AEST.
This webinar's topic is ‘Inflow & Infiltration' presented by Dominique Keirens, from City of Gold Coast.
Dominique was scheduled to present on this topic at our recent Annual Forum and due to the amount of interest we received about the presentation we have asked her to present it as a Fundamentals Webinar in November. Register now so you don't miss out!
This will be our last Fundamentals Webinar for 2022. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our presenters who took the time and effort to put together amazing presentations for our members this year. It is greatly appreciated. Recordings of all previous webinars are available to view on the qldwater website.
If there are topics you would like us to organise as a Fundamentals Webinar, please email webinar@qldwater.com.au with your ideas, including possible presenters.
Keep an eye on our Upcoming Events page for details for 2023.
6. Positions Available – Urban Utilities
Strategic Land Use Planning Specialist
Urban Utilities, has developed a new 10-year strategic plan, requiring a new role for a Strategic Land Use Planning Specialist within the growing Integrated Solutions Group. Reporting to the Manager, Land Use Strategy, the Strategic Land Use Planning Specialist will be responsible for providing planning and policy advice that aligns Urban Utilities’ Strategic Plans for water and sewerage services and helps to achieve the liveability outcomes of the community and the Urban Utilities Servicing Strategies as identified through the Integrated Catchment Planning of the sewer system and the Integrated Zone Planning of the water supply system.
The Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic games presents a unique opportunity for Urban Utilities to work with the organisers of the Olympics to ensure that the development of the Olympic venues and precincts fast track the implementation of infrastructure development which supports Urban Utilities servicing strategy. As a key member of the Futures Team, you will play an integral role in helping identify opportunities and strategies to help shape our cities and towns including using the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics as an enabling opportunity. This will be achieved through leveraging industry and government partnerships to influence land use planning outcomes
More information is available online and applications close at 5pm on Sunday 30th October.
Stakeholder and Partnerships Specialist
Urban Utilities, has developed a new 10-year strategic plan, under which they have a new role for a Stakeholder and Partnerships Specialist within their growing Integrated Solutions Group. Reporting to the Manager Stakeholder Management, Influencing and Partnerships, the role of Stakeholder and Partnerships Specialist is integral in leading the development of the stakeholder and partnerships influencing strategy, and its implementation and evaluation of stakeholder engagement with key internal stakeholders to support the achievement of Urban Utilities strategic objectives.
This is one of those roles that doesn’t come around very often. It’s been created specifically to enhance the strategic relationships for Urban Utilities with key stakeholders and partners including the Government, the water industry and priority sectors such as the environment, business and the urban development sector. You will also be part of leading a high performing team to develop strategies and deliver implementation plans, whilst working closely with the other teams within the Integrated Solutions Group and across the business to deliver informed engagement with stakeholders and partners, as well as the delivery of strategic communication with stakeholders, which align with the organisation’s overall objectives.
More information is available online and applications close at 5pm on Sunday 30th October.
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