• Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 6 starting at $113,574 
• Ongoing role based in Singleton NSW 
• Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions 

Hunter Local Land Services is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Land Services Officer to lead a whole-of-catchment approach to weed management, with a strong focus on maintaining and strengthening partnerships with Local Government in the Hunter Catchment. This newly scoped role was identified as a key opportunity to optimise the future Hunter Catchment Contributions (HCC) Program and will play a pivotal role in delivering the RiverKeeper Program.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and lead collaborative strategies for riparian weed management across the Hunter catchment.
• Maintain strong, enduring partnerships with Local Government, Local Aboriginal Land Councils, Traditional Owners, land managers, and community groups to align and coordinate weed management efforts.
• Provide high-quality technical advice on weed identification, control methods, and integrated management practices.
• Plan, deliver, and monitor weed management projects with stakeholders to achieve measurable environmental outcomes.
• Contribute to catchment health through effective stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.

About you
You are passionate about healthy waterways and understand that effective weed management requires cooperation across boundaries. You bring:

• Proven experience in collaborative weed management, natural resource management, and biosecurity programs.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining partnerships with Local Government and community stakeholders.
• Excellent project management skills, from planning through to delivery and reporting.
• Sound knowledge of riparian ecology and best-practice weed control methods.

Essential requirements

• A degree in agricultural, environmental, natural resource management, biosecurity, or related discipline, or equivalent industry knowledge and experience.
• Experience in Bushland Regeneration team supervision.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and capacity to travel.

Why work with us?
At Hunter LLS, you’ll join a passionate team delivering programs that protect our landscapes, biodiversity, and waterways. You’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, work with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the long-term health of the Hunter catchment.

Got what it takes to make this role a success? Simply submit your resume and a cover letter telling us why this is the job for you. We will then get back in touch after the closing date with the next steps. 

Closing Date: 2pm 15/08/2025

For further information about this opportunity please contact:  Kath McLoughlin kath.mcloughlin@lls.nsw.gov.au  

You can also download the Role Description. 

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

*To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (LLS Grade 6 or Clerk 7/8) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months. 

What to Expect Next 

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.  

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.  

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.