Kickstart your career as a Cadet Project Officer with NSW Public Works!

• Temporary opportunity to suit your current studies for up to 2 years
• Location: Bathurst NSW
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Salary from $75,728 pa plus superannuation and leave loading

About the role

NSW Public Works currently has an exciting vacancy for a Cadet Project Officer to join our Riverina Western Region team in Bathurst. Our work is primarily office based, client focused and will include construction site visits. We manage consultants, construction contractors and procurement matters for our clients. As a business we are transforming with the introduction of digital technology, we have highly developed professional development material available online and project management frameworks to support your growth and advancement.

Working as a member of an integrated team in a positive and collaborative team culture environment, this is an opportunity for you to learn and develop your skills and knowledge to build an exciting career in the project management environment.

In this role you will be assisting in delivering tasks and projects that demonstrate understanding and application of best practice project management or engineering principles to achieve client satisfaction, performance targets and provide excellent client service.  As a member of the NSW Public Works team, you will be participating in preparation of concept and detailed design for a range of infrastructure projects.

Our expectation is that your knowledge gained through your studies, and attention to detail will add significant value to our projects.

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About you

We are looking for a motivated Cadet Project Officer who is willing to learn from senior staff and who thrives on working on multiple projects where your technical excellence will be developed.

It is a requirement of the role that you are currently completing a university course in engineering, construction management, surveying or other relevant area of study. You will also need to hold a current NSW Driver Licence with a willingness to drive to and work in remote locations which may include overnight stays.

Your current strengths will include good verbal and written communication skills.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description.

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Grant Barker, Senior Program Manager via 0436 851 219 or grant.barker@pwa.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: Tuesday 22 July 2025, 11:55pm

Inclusion and Flexible Working:

We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments, including working part-time or working from different locations. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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.

Note: The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.  

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) plays a significant role in the development of our state, our regions, and our infrastructure and associated industries, by supporting local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives. We do this by providing: expert advisory services; planning, design and delivery management; sustainability, asset management and support services. Our work is in the community facilities, hospitals, dams, water treatment plants, housing and high schools – the real foundations of prosperous communities. Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities.

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.  

We tackle complex problems and deliver practical solutions for government, industry and communities using our combined experience, evidence base and scientific expertise in research and innovation. We engage and work alongside Aboriginal people to deliver outcomes.   

Our collaborative approach means we achieve big things, together. 

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success. 

As part of our team, you will be able to:  

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.  

• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.  

• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you.   

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

*This is an internal EOI opportunity open to DPIRD / LLS staff only.

*To be considered for an opportunity over 12 months applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Clerk Grade 1/2) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an appointment over 12 months, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.