Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) until to December 2026
- Office location – regional location encouraged /Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $120,859to $133,183 + super
The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint Senior Project Officers in a full-time temporary capacity to December 2026 supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects across NSW.
About the Role
In this role you will lead project delivery management and support activities to contribute to the delivery of a range of projects, including design, procurement, management of construction, and handover to asset owners, all within established project scope, objectives, budget and timeframes.
The Senior Project Officer manages and coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of complex infrastructure projects to achieve outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve outcomes.
About You
You will establish and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to engage stakeholders and ensure project deliverables are met. You will support management of project team/s and lead across the focus area’s of cost control and forecasting, scheduling, commercial and contract administration, land & property matters and records management ensuring compliance with governance and quality requirements to successfully deliver all key project/s milestones and outcomes.
You will be responsible for achieving project deadlines to the required standards and within budget, given the need to simultaneously coordinate and deliver multiple projects which are often complex and interconnected. You will Provide advice and information to stakeholders on emerging project issues and to support project development and delivery in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy objectives and other project and priorities.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer
Who We Are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Andrew Lavelle via andrew.lavelle@dpie.nsw.gov.au.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 02 8275 1128 (please mention reference number 538932.
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