- Project Officer
- Temporary (up to 30 June 2027) full-time opportunity
- Located at Bobbin Head in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $110,266 to $122,058 + super
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
About the role
We are looking for a Project Officer to join the Goat Island remediation team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a small team delivering a significant historic heritage conservation program at a prominent but largely undiscovered location on Sydney Harbour.
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is delivering a major program to repair and remediate built assets on Goat Island to prepare for its transfer to Aboriginal ownership and management. Part of Sydney Harbour National Park, Goat Island is listed on the State Heritage Register for its rich array of Aboriginal, historic and natural heritage values, including over 30 buildings and structures dating from the 1830s to the 1960s.
The NPWS Greater Sydney Branch leads implementation of a range of programs across more than 50 National Parks and reserves including Royal National Park, the second oldest national park in the world, and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, the second oldest national park in Australia. Our parks host more than 19 million visits each year and we are delivering a major program to improve visitor infrastructure in key visitor precincts and enhance heritage buildings and places, many of which are listed on the NSW State Heritage Register and/or the National Heritage List.
The role will be based at our NPWS office at Bobbin Head with 1-2 days per week starting/finishing on Goat Island (water transport from Birchgrove).
About You
Your passion for cultural heritage and the environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail and advanced proficiency in project management will be key to your success in this role. You'll be adept in providing high level specialist advice and information to stakeholders on emerging project issues and to support project development and delivery in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy and environmental objectives and other project and priorities.
You will have the ability to prepare tender documents, undertake procurement and manage construction contracts.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
- Experience in development and delivery of projects, including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer and Statement of Works
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.
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
What we do
About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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Greater Sydney Branch Overview
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. In your cover letter, please provide a response to the following question: -
- Describe your skills and experience in participating in a project team responsible for a built or infrastructure construction project, historic heritage project or equivalent project and outline any other relevant skills, experience or qualifications that you can bring to this role.
Applications close: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Robert Newton via robert.newton@environment.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 94728917.
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 or contacting Tori Basnet on 0400 543 556 (please mention reference number 542693).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn
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