Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- A unique opportunity to lead a longstanding wildlife program that manages iconic macropods across the landscape including policy and operational decision making for the program.
- Temporary (up to Date 29 May 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity – may lead to ongoing
- Role is located in Dubbo - regional location encouraged (other DCCEEW offices subject to negotiation)/Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $148,230 to $162,682 + super
We are currently seeking to appoint a Senior Team Leader for the Kangaroo Management Program to undertake quality performance and ensuring the outputs are effectively coordinated to deliver the state-wide commercial Kangaroo Management Program (KMP).
Lead a team to ensure quality performance and outputs are effectively coordinated to deliver the state-wide commercial Kangaroo Management Program (KMP).
This role is considered a key leadership role implementing DCCEEW business outcomes and legislative requirements for the KMP and delivery against the Commonwealth approved wildlife trade management plan.
The role plays a crucial part in delivery of annual planning, reporting and financial management and represents the Department on a range of forums to influence and provide expert advice on operational activities, ensuring consistency with government policy and legislative requirements.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will have experience in the implementation of operational policies, governance guidelines and compliance to ensure the organisational standards are met and the operational integrity and overall reputation of the organisation is maintained. Additionally, you will also have experience in developing effective communication procedures and processes to ensure internal and external relationships are effectively managed as well providing leadership in managing WHS procedures, staff and financial resources to consistently deliver against agreed performance and encourage and support team in career development opportunities.
Knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated stakeholder management skills including proven ability to liaise and negotiate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and to exercise sound judgement and appropriate discretion when negotiating sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal environmental policies and legislation particularly the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 or similar.
- Experience in developing, implementing and monitoring strategic and operational plans for the delivery of complex programs, with a demonstrated track record of providing direction and achieving results through multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications, or extensive experience in working with natural resource management programs including the management of population of individual species.
- Current Class C Australian Driver’s License.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Team Leader – Kangaroo Management Program
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, 12 May 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Graeme White via graeme.white@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0433 885 280.
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.nsw.gov.au contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on 0482 646 348 (please mention reference number 542465).
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