• Full Time, 35 hours per week 

• Temporary up to 2 years 

• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour 

• Departmental Officer Grade 7/8 – Salary from $113,574 - $125,720 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading 

About the Role 
Join a small, supporting team ensuring SCS employees have the skills and training to operate a commercial business delivery soil and erosion projects across NSW. 

As the Business Performance Coordinator – Learning and Development, you will lead a small team responsible for coordinating essential workforce training.  You will oversee training records, external certifications and provider engagement, ensuring our operational workforce remains appropriately skilled and complaint. 

You will also contribute to the development of learning strategies aligned to business needs by identifying capability gaps and partnering with stakeholders, developing practical, fit-for-purpose learning solutions.  This role combines operational training oversight and coordination with strategic workforce development, requiring both strong coordination skills and the ability to design and deliver engaging learning programs across both digital and face-to-face environments. 

What does a day look like at Soil Con? 

About You 
As our ideal candidate, you will have: 

• Experience leading teams delivering compliance and operational training 

• Proven ability to design and delivery blended learning programs  

• Experience developing eLearning content (SCORM or similar) and working with LMS platforms 

• Strong understanding of workforce capability development in operational or project based environments 

• Experience managing end-to-end training coordination, including external providers and certifications  

• Ability to partner with stakeholders to identify learning needs and implement solutions 

• A proactive, continuous improvement mindset 

• 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. 

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here. 

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Kathy Williamson on 0400 652 102 or email kathy.williamson@scs.nsw.gov.au and Luke Hull on 0429 795 629 or email luke.hull@scs.nsw.gov.au 

Applications close: Sunday, 21 June 2026 at 11:55pm 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 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. 

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

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 the majority 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.