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• Fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
• Location: Maitland preferred, however other DPIRD office locations will also be considered
• Salary from $125K pa to $138K pa plus super

The Resources Regulator (part of NSW Resources) are seeking a Senior Project Officer to join their Business Improvement team.

An integral member of a small and busy team, you will be contributing to and/or leading the development, project management, review and evaluation of identified business improvement projects (focussing primarily on Mining Act Inspectorate (MAI)) and divisional projects containing touch points with MAI. This includes, as a minimum, the review and implementation of improvements to the administrative framework for Assessable Prospecting Operations.

You will also:

• Identify improvements to regulatory practice, including developing new policies/processes/systems, implementing, reviewing, monitoring and providing regulatory advice alongside the Principal Project Officer Business Improvement as required.
• Develop processes which support the Division’s commitment to customer focus, collaboration, compliance and improved service delivery.
• Contribute towards providing technical advice on GIS, spatial data management, and spatial systems to ensure that best practice is used in developing and maintaining spatial information.
• Raise key risks and recommended actions to senior management for consideration.
• Support other key MAI projects including the implementation and monitoring of Key Performance Indicators for key assessment tasks performed by MAI.

We’re looking for a team player who is open to feedback, sharing ideas and contributing to a positive team environment. You’ll also need:

• Proven experience leading projects, ideally within a business improvement space.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as a keen eye for detail.
• The proven ability to critically analyse situations, identify problems, and develop solutions. 
• Proficiency in GIS, spatial data management, and/or spatial systems

You’ll also need to have tertiary qualification or relevant experience in a related discipline such as project management, business improvement, business analysis, change management or risk management.

So, if you’re adaptable, happy to deal with deadlines, a superb multitasker who can prioritise whatever comes your way and love a challenge we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?
Working for NSW Resources offers a range of benefits and opportunities that make it an attractive place to build your career. You’ll be part of a team that offers:

• Impactful Work
• Professional Development
• A Collaborative Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Supportive Leadership

Things to know about the role:

• Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement.

Sounds interesting?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with an (ideally no more than one-page) cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in this role, with your resume (ideally no more than three pages) by 11.55pm Monday 23 June 2025.

For further information about the role please contact Sally Franco, Principal Project Officer on 0438 955 858 or via sally.franco@regional.nsw.gov.au. You can also download the Role Description.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. 

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, 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 and a member of the team will contact you for a confidential discussion. 

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/or 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, video or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

Please note:
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 eighteen months. 

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.

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