• Full time 35 hours per week
• Temporary up to two years
• All of NSW
• Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based on the coast with a focus on Sydney, Wollongbar, Port Macquarie, Ourimbah and Coffs Harbour
• Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary from $ 129,464.00 to $ 142,665.00 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

About the Role
This role leads performance monitoring and improvement processes for contractors delivering the Shark Management Program. It develops strong governance, risk management, and reporting tools while ensuring compliance and transparent financial management to meet government expectations. The position manages procurement, contracts, and service agreements to deliver projects on time, within scope, budget and quality requirements. It also supports or leads recruitment activities and works closely with contractors and managers to drive continuous performance improvement. Additionally, the role prepares and maintains project documentation, collating information for planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation to support successful project outcomes.

About You
You are a proactive and organised professional with strong experience in governance, contract management and performance improvement. You excel at building effective monitoring and reporting frameworks that support transparent financial management and ensure programs meet government expectations. Your ability to manage procurements, contracts and service agreements ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope and to high quality standards. You work collaboratively with contractors and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement and are confident leading or supporting recruitment processes. With strong analytical and documentation skills, you bring a detail‑focused approach to planning, reporting and evaluation, contributing to successful project outcomes and a high‑performing Shark Management Program.

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent industry experience
• Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes

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

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For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Marcel Green on 02 8251 2606 or email nsw.sharkprogram@dpird.nsw.gov.au. 

Applications close: Wednesday 25th March at 11:55pm AEDT.

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.

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. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.  Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

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.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
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.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.