Lead the change. Shape the future. Drive reform.

• Full time fixed term contract (2 years)
• Clerk Grade 11/12
• Salary starting from $149,739pa
• Maitland is the preferred location, however other DPIRD office locations will be considered

NSW Resources are seeking a results-driven Manager Projects to lead high-priority initiatives. Within the Resources Regulator this role will drive the implementation of significant changes to the Certificate of Competency process. This is a unique opportunity to deliver a highly visible project that is critical to industry and regulatory integrity.

About the Role

As Manager Projects, you’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of key reforms, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements administered by the Regulator.
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders and industry representatives throughout the project.
• Collaborating with subject matter experts to analyse current business processes and implement improvements that strengthen compliance and risk management.
• Managing project governance and reporting, providing regular updates on progress, risks, and achievements to senior leadership and the Executive Leadership Team.

What You’ll Bring

We need someone who can deliver results right away with:

• Extensive experience in project management and delivery, ideally in government, regulatory, or legislative environments.
• Experience in learning new legislation frameworks quickly and undertaking analysis including interpreting directives and applying them in operational contexts.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to translate complex reform objectives into actionable plans that deliver the needs of the business and their customers.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of building trust and driving collaboration across diverse groups.
• Leadership capability, with experience managing teams and delivering outcomes under pressure.
• Excellent communication and written skills, with the ability to influence and inform at all levels.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about reform, have an eye for business improvement, and want to be part of something meaningful— we want to hear from you.

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 Wednesday 28th January 2026.

For further information about the role please contact Lee Scott, A/Executive Officer, Resources Regulator on lee.scott@dpird.nsw.gov.au, 0488 066 924.

You can also download the role description.

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. 

Other things to know about the role:

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

About 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; NSW Resources; 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. 

NSW Resources is responsible for supporting and growing safe and sustainable exploration and mining in NSW. NSW Resources sets the strategic policy for the state’s mineral and petroleum resources, assesses and determines applications for mineral and petroleum titles for exploration activities and extractive uses, provides high-quality geoscientific information to support decision making and investment, and regulates work health and safety and mine rehabilitation to ensure safe and environmentally sustainable mining.

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.

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

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 eighteen months.