Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Temporary (Up to Date 31 December 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 99,938 to $110,271 + super
Join Us in Shaping Sustainable Water Management!
Are you passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and supporting a collaborative team? Do you enjoy investigating issues and finding practical solutions? If so, this role could be what you’re looking for.
About the Role
The Metering Contracts Team is seeking an Assistant Project Officer to provide project coordination and administrative support for the Telemetry Uplift Program (TUP). This is an exciting project that supports water metering compliance, works closely with contractors in the field, Water NSW and other external stakeholders.
What You’ll Do
- Support the delivery of water metering and licensing projects by coordinating activities, monitoring the program inbox, and maintaining accurate records
- Manage the TUP data sets with new applications and process data from water management platforms
- Manage eligibility assessments for grant applications
- Utilise digital tools and systems to engage with both internal and external stakeholders, record correspondence, address contractor enquiries, and respond as necessary
- Assist with organising meetings, minutes, preparing reports, processing invoices and managing project documentation
- Undertake research and support the team with analysis to help identify issues and develop solutions
What We’re Looking For
- A strong customer service focus and ability to build positive relationships
- A team player who values collaboration and supports others to achieve shared goals
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to finding solutions
- The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes under tight deadlines
- Familiarity with stakeholder engagement systems such as Borealis (desirable)
Why Join Us?
- Work in a supportive team environment that values innovation and continuous improvement
- Explore new opportunities and reignite passion in your work, while embracing our vibrant team culture that fosters collaboration and creativity
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment
- Flexible work arrangements and a culture that promotes work-life balance
For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant 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.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close Monday 23 March 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact hiring manager Lisa Firth via lisa.firth@dcceew.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.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on 02 8275 1128 (please mention reference number 547120).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.
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