• Full time, 35 hours per week
• Ongoing or temporary opportunities available 
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Orange, Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
• Professional Officer Grade 1/4 – Salary from $73,522 to $141,206 per annum plus super and leave loading

The salary offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the Crown Employees (Department of Regional NSW) Professional Officers Award and the Professional Officer Progression Criteria (1-4)

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.  The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the Role
Are you passionate about biosecurity and eager to make a positive impact? We are seeking dedicated individuals to fill the various roles of State Priority Weed Coordinator by creating a Talent Pool. In this crucial position, you will play a pivotal role in reducing the adverse economic, environmental, and social impacts of invasive weeds in NSW. Your efforts will focus on leading and developing programs for state priority weeds, preventing the establishment of new species, and facilitating the eradication and containment of high-risk weeds.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Degree qualification in Science, Agricultural Science, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing collaborative weed management or natural resource management programs.
• Technical expertise in weed management, with experience in preventing new weed incursions and/or managing established weed threats.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills for effective partnerships.
• Project management and/or policy experience.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel to remote locations stays.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Pete Turner on 0409 692 946 or email pete.turner@dpi.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Sunday, 4 May 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About Us

Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

  The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.