• Two Positions
• Full-time, Temporary (12 months)
• Location: Moree
• Clerk Grade 5/6, Salary from $99,938 to $110,271 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

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.

We are seeking two Project Managers - Site Surveillance Officers to work within the NSWPW project delivery team on the Moree Plains Shire Council Flood Recovery Road Repair Program.  You will be conducting site surveillance activities and supporting the project management team.

The role will be part of a delivery team overseen by the NSWPW Program Manager that includes Project Managers, Contract Administrators and Site Surveillance team members.

The role is based in Moree with regular travel around the Moree Plains Shire Council local government area. 

About You - Responsibilities

• Conducting site surveillance of contract road and drainage construction work.
• Conduct safety, environmental and quality inspections to NSWPW guidelines and checklists.
• Monitoring and ensuring that the Contractor is adhering to their systems.
• Monitoring of progress of works on-site.
• Being the NSWPW on-site presence.
• Conducting minor contract administration tasks (support to contract administrator).
• Collate works completion evidence including site photos for inclusion in Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements progress claims.

About You – Key Attributes

• Experience in road construction and construction in a reactive soil (black soil) environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand contractual and technical documents and to interpret design drawings.
• Ability to work autonomously on remote sites with regular weekly check-ins with Program Manager and delivery team.
• Strength and confidence to speak with the Contractor about issues requiring attention.
• Good judgement and an understanding of the appropriate time to escalate issues.
• Hold a current NSW Driver Licence

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) plays a significant role in the development of our state, our regions, and our infrastructure and associated industries, by supporting local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives. We do this by providing: expert advisory services; planning, design and delivery management; sustainability, asset management and support services. Our work is in the community facilities, hospitals, dams, water treatment plants, housing and high schools – the real foundations of prosperous communities. 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.

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 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 Rhys Callaghan, rhys.callaghan@pwa.nsw.gov.au or call 0407 161 608

Closing Date: Sunday 16 November 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.