Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• Full Time Temporary opportunity (2 years with view to extend for the right candidate)  
• Location: Howlong NSW
• Departmental Grade 5/6 starting from $99,938 plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Soil Con is for everyone! Building a respectful and inclusive workplace

About the Role
The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) are looking for an Environmental Officer (project supervisor) with a passion for improving the natural environment to develop and oversee the delivery of natural resource management works, construction, asset maintenance programs and consultancy work.

This role is primarily involved with Riverworks Programs. Our team has been working on the Murray River for over 65 years now to rehabilitate and stabilise this important ecological system.

Working in a competitive commercial environment, these roles will work in a team environment to collectively deliver an annual operational revenue target in the range of $5-6M and will be undertaking on site delivery of a full range of small to large value projects.

To do this you will:

• Work in a supportive team environment setting to deliver major environmental and civil construction projects.
• Actively manage the day-to-day onsite operations of environmental construction and maintenance projects and programs. Responsibilities include, managing a team of field staff, client and landholder liaison, planning and scheduling contractor and supplier management, tracking of project progress and planning for new and ad hoc works, and ensuring all aspects of worksite WHS, environmental and quality are implemented.
• Ensure projects are implemented within the framework of our accredited Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Professionally represent and promote the SCS though the liaison and engagement with public and private sector commercial clients and other stakeholders.

What does a day look like at Soil Con? 

About You

Demonstrated project management experience (including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration) combined with a practical working knowledge in the design and implementation of environmental management or civil earthworks.

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to assess and prioritise tasks in a changing environment and be able to attend to customer requests in a timely and professional manner.
• A strong track record in managing people, with the ability to deliver ongoing development and constructive feedback to a team of direct reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as a high level of computer literacy including MS Office applications. Ability to deliver technical reports is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of river process, riparian ecology, and Australian native vegetation.
• Experience with ArcGIS or similar spatial platform highly desirable.
• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Construction, Environmental Management, Engineering, Natural Resource Management, and/or Project Management are ideal, however proven industry experience is equally as valuable, and ongoing training is provided

Essential requirements

• A current Class C Drivers’ License (medium or heavy rigid and boat licence would also be desirable) 
• A willingness to travel is required for this role – projects can be out of our home range and you will be required to stay away for work. We aim to balance this with homelife and wellbeing.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume (max 2 pages) and a Cover Letter (max 1 page) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please  Role Description - Environmental_Officer-SCS_(10) (1) (1).docx

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Luke Friend, Senior Environmental Officer, luke.friend@scs.nsw.gov.au, 0477 337 851, or Cherie Roach, Senior Environmental Officer, cherie.roach@scs.nsw.gov.au, 0459 030 914

Applications close: Wednesday 1st October 2025 at 11:55pm

About us

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.

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.