Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Play a key role in driving divisional performance and continuous improvement at the heart of the Office of the Executive Director.
- Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity
- Office location – Parramatta; flexible/hybrid working supported
- Salary ranges from $115,817 - $130,667 pa plus super
Our Energy Infrastructure team (EID) is currently seeking to appoint a Coordination and Planning Officer to support divisional performance and continuous improvement.
About The Role
This role is responsible for managing and coordinating a range of business and executive support services, ensuring the efficient functioning of the office and the seamless execution of high-level priorities.
The role supports coordination within the Executive Director’s Unit, ensuring resources, priorities, and timelines are effectively aligned to meet divisional objectives. It plays a key role in supporting the timely delivery of, and responses to, key initiatives, ministerial priorities, and emerging work programs by providing strategic coordination, oversight, and reporting.
The role proactively identifies, monitors, and addresses emerging issues, risks, and interdependencies that may impact divisional performance or delivery. It works collaboratively across the Division and the broader Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability (ECCS) group to strengthen communication, improve end-to-end processes, and promote greater consistency in approaches and outputs.
Through strong stakeholder engagement and a focus on continuous improvement, the role contributes to enhancing operational effectiveness, governance, and the overall customer experience.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Hyacinth Lee, Senior Divisional Coordinator via hyacinth.lee@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
About You
To be successful in the Coordination & Planning Officer role, you will have proven experience providing high-level executive support, preferably at senior executive level, along with strong skills in business administration, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement. Your highly collaborative, outcomes-focused approach will see you work effectively across teams and with key internal and external stakeholders to manage priorities, respond proactively to emerging issues, and resolve challenges.
Your excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential. A strong attention to detail, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement will see you succeed in this role.
You will have extensive experience coordinating executive briefings and managing correspondence, including the preparation of high-quality written materials, submissions, and responses to Ministerial and Parliamentary requests. This includes the ability to synthesise information from multiple stakeholders, ensure alignment with policy and organisational priorities, and deliver clear, well-structured advice to senior leadership.
You will demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement, using data, feedback, and best practice to enhance processes, strengthen governance, and support the achievement of divisional and organisational objectives.
For more information read the full Role Description: 
Role Description - Coordination and Planning Officer
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) work 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 sust
ainable 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 this sounds like an excellent fit to you, 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 also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
Applications close Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 11:55PM.
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 Paterson, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 6361 9017 (please mention reference number 547369).
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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