- Clerk Grade 7-8
- Salary relative to experience ($113,574-$125,720) + employer's contribution to superannuation + annual leave loading
- Full time temporary role until 30 June 2028
- Dubbo location (Moama, Broken Hill, Buronga and Griffith locations by negotiation)
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
About the role
National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity to work as part of the team facilitating invasive species management across National Parks in Western NSW. Western NSW contains some of Australia's most beautiful and unique natural landscapes, plants and animals. The region also contains numerous threatened species and significant Aboriginal Cultural Heritage. Reducing the number of invasive species will directly benefit many threatened species and protect these unique landscapes and significant sites.
Working closely with the Conservation Team, the role offers variety in day-to-day tasks and the opportunity to contribute to the improvement of invasive species management. Working with agency staff and other government agencies, you will plan and deliver aerial pest management operations including monitoring, reporting and evaluation. You’ll help our operational staff and stakeholders with technical advice, training as well as support compliance with legislation and policies to improve the way we manage pest species across our national parks.
At times, the role will require you to work in remote and difficult environments where a moderate level of fitness is required.
About you
This opportunity is suited to an enthusiastic and committed team player with a high level of experience in weed and pest animal management in natural landscapes. We’re keen to hear from you if you have demonstrated experience in planning and delivering pest management operations including survey and monitoring activities, data collection, collation and evaluation, and providing field and technical assistance. The ability to interpret and apply relevant pest management legislation including the Biosecurity Act and the practical application of pesticides will be highly regarded. A willingness and ability to obtain a NSW firearms licence is highly desirable.
Essential requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer NPWS Clk Gde 7-8 Role Description
To read the Statement of Works (SoW): Statement of Works - Project Officer - Pests
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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West 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.
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 17 March 2026 at 11:55pm
Should you require further information about the role please contact Peta Holcombe, Team Leader Conservation, West Branch, NPWS via peta.holcombe@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or phone 0439 116 376.
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 (Marie-Claire Bleakley) on 0407 789 021 (please mention reference number 548095).
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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