• Temporary Full time to 30 June 2027
• Location: Penrith  
• Salary starting at $93,295 + super & leave entitlements
• Play a crucial role in shaping the future of our landscapes and natural resources.

About us

Greater Sydney LLS is a high-performing, dynamic and supportive organisation that prides itself on having a positive workplace culture. This region is extremely diverse and comprises some of the most highly populated localities in NSW, but also includes a huge variety of natural areas including mountains, waterways, estuaries and coastlines. It is home to the renowned Blue Mountains and some of the state’s most iconic natural and human landscapes including the Hawkesbury River, Sydney Harbour and Botany Bay. This is a great opportunity to implement your specialist knowledge and make a difference in the region!

The Opportunity

This role will manage and monitor individual projects within the Orchard Hills biodiversity restoration program. The Orchard Hills program is a large (998 hectare) Cumberland Plain Woodland restoration program, with current activities including bush regeneration, habitat augmentation, soil remediation, revegetation and fauna reintroduction. You will be working in a collaborative team of expert science practitioners to make a real difference on the ground. You will be mentored by knowledgeable and skilled senior staff to build you skills and experience and your ability to contribute to our productive and respectful workplace culture.

Key duties will include:

• Developing projects to enhance the biodiversity of the project site by engagement with contractors, agencies, and relevant organisations Project-managing the delivery of these projects on-ground, and collecting/collating data on project outcomes for reporting purposes
• Collaborating with the team to integrate with and support the other Orchard Hills projects

About You:

You will be driven to facilitate excellent project management, stakeholder communication and engagement to achieve effective biodiversity recovery. You will be organised and possess a great eye for detail to assist in the reporting and application tasks required for this role. Having knowledge or experience in bush regeneration or environmental restoration will allow you to thrive in this role.

To be successful in this role, you will have;

• A degree in environmental, natural resource management, agricultural, biosecurity and emergency management and/or equivalent level of industry knowledge and experience
• An understanding of, and experience in, environmental management in the Greater Sydney region
• An understanding of, and experience in, the use of Geographic Information Systems and field mapping, spreadsheets and databases

Essential requirements

• Current NSW Driver Licence and the ability and willingness to travel

If you are passionate about maintaining an understanding of LLS personnel and activities, to deliver an effective support service, then we want to hear from you.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a copy of your CV (approx. 4 pages) and a cover letter (approx. 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role. 

For further information about this opportunity please contact Peter Ridgeway at peter.ridgeway@lls.nsw.gov.au

You can also download the role description here.

Applications Close: Sunday 22 September 2024

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 capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.   

Why work for us?

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions. 

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service. 

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW. 

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.  

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

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, at Regional NSW you will be able to find the balance that works for you. 

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same or lower grade roles or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. 

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