• 12 months Temporary, Full-time
• LOCATION:  All of NSW
• While we work flexibly, there will be and expectation that employees at NSW Public Works will live within a reasonable distance to NSW Public Works office and to frequent the office a minimum of 3 days per week.  Some positions may require more than this average.
• Salary from $97,027 to $107,059 plus super and leave loading

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.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Heritage Officer to join the Heritage Environment and Planning (HEP) team within NSW Public Works.  HEP provides heritage consultancy services to State and Local Government clients and manages the Minister’s Stonework Program.

This role will be based in the Minister’s Stonework Program team and provide support and assistance to the HEP team to deliver a range of high-quality built heritage, advisory and strategic projects for government clients, as well as assist with business unit support services and broader business operations and service delivery.

About you

To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Experience in heritage building conservation practice
• Willingness to learn and grow technical conservation skills
• Project management and delivery skills for medium complexity projects in heritage conservation
• Experience in document management/records management
• Proficient CAD skills.
• Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel around the state, sometimes staying overnight.
• High level capability and experience in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications for general business and presentation matters.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders including clients, contractors and consultants.
• Strong written skills with the ability to prepare professional, technical reports

If you have the capability to achieve success in this role and are interested in creating a more prosperous NSW, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.  There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and now in the new Bradfield city which is under construction.  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. We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience.

In NSW PW offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues. We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk, and bridge the gap between private sector and government. By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to.

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. 

Applying for the role

Apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) 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 Kate Napier, Manager Minister’s Stonework Program at kate.napier@pwa.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9769 9847.

Closing Date: Monday 12 May 2025 at 11:55pm.

Additional Information

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 18 months.

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.