• Ongoing full-time position 
• Located in Forbes, Central West NSW 
• Salary starting from $64,993pa + super 
• Have an exceptional career where you live! 

Why we need you! 

At Central West LLS, we believe offering our staff opportunities where they can shine and carry out duties which they enjoy. We value team work and are looking for new staff to grow our team and move our business and community relationships into the future. Check out some details on our Travelling Stock Reserves.
 
What will you be responsible for? 

As a Senior Field Officer TSR with us, a typical day might include repairing fences, troughs, tanks, or holding yards, spraying weeds, and general depot duties including plant maintenance. As the roles are outdoors you will be required to work safely in all conditions and be able to work alone in remote locations. We always put your safety first, and we will provide all the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) you will need. 
 
What you need to do this role; 

• Ability to work unsupervised and remotely, with the ability to make decisions within agreed standards and procedures 
• Previous experience in weed control, vegetation identification and the use of chemicals not essential, but highly considered 
• Ability to work in a front line, field based environment with awareness of appropriate safety requirements 
• Basic computer skills 
• Previous experience in undertaking minor infrastructure maintenance such as fencing and water infrastructure maintenance 
• Have a current NSW Driver License and the ability and willingness to travel throughout the region. You may be required to overnight dependent on workloads and your office location 
• Current AQF3 Chem Certificate or the ability and willingness to obtain. 

Our ideal candidates will love the outdoors, being hands on, and be capable and experienced in field based activities. You’ll be motivated, energetic and love working as part of a team. 

Applying is Easy! If this role sounds ideal to you, simply submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match what we are looking for. We will then get back in touch after the closing date. 
 
Closing Date: Thursday 27th March 2025 @ 11:55pm 

To learn more about the role, please contact Dale Robinson, Land Services Officer - Travelling Stock Reserves (Central West LLS) on 0437 084 664 or via email at dale.robinson@lls.nsw.gov.au  You can also download the role description.

Recruitment Process Adjustment 

 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 below 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. 

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.