- High impact Senior Executive Band 3 leadership opportunity
- Shape the future of the state’s Fisheries and Forestry sectors
- Location flexible, preference for regional NSW
The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
As the Deputy Secretary Fisheries and Forestry, you will lead teams across regional NSW delivering industry development, regulatory compliance, policy, legislative reform and programs to create profitable and sustainable primary industries. You will build strong networks with key decision-makers at all levels of industry and government and work closely with leaders within the department to build a one-DPIRD approach.
We are seeking an executive with extensive experience in natural resource management, who is financially savvy, can drive efficiencies and understands how to maximise the public benefit and impact of allocated resources. You will bring strategic insight and a strong understanding of fisheries and forestry. As a dynamic and inspirational leader, you will motivate, support, and empower others to deliver results. Relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded.
Why 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.
DPIRD brings together Agriculture Biosecurity; Forestry and Fishing; Local Land Services; Mining, Exploration and Geoscience; Regional Development and 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, 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.
How to Apply
To apply and access the candidate information pack, please go to www.derwentsearch.com.au and click on ‘search jobs’. Your application requires a resume (up to four pages), a two-page pitch describing how your skills and experience contribute to the role and the details of at least two referees. You will be contacted before any approach is made to referees.
For further information, email publicsector@derwentsearch.com.au or call Emma Alberici on 0419 683 660. Please view the role description here. Derwent will maintain confidentiality of all potential applicants.
Applications close: Sunday, 17th August at 11:59PM AEST.
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 publicsector@derwentsearch.com.au.
Additional Information:
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard 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 other assessments as required.
