Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Protect NSW’s iconic swimming spots
• Permanent full-time opportunity - 35 hours per week)
• Lidcombe office location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $94,423 pa to $105,016 pa + super

Join our Beachwatch Programs team as a Beachwatch Field Officer and play a vital role in protecting New South Wales’ iconic beaches, harbours and waterways. In this hands-on role, you will undertake water sampling and inspections to monitor pollution levels, liaise with local councils and ensure safe and healthy swimming areas for the community. You will record and report pollution incidents, contribute to routine communications such as the daily beach pollution forecast and respond to public inquiries about water quality.

You will also support senior employees in community education initiatives, assist in data analysis and contribute to resources like the annual State of the Beaches report. This is an exciting opportunity to combine fieldwork, scientific monitoring and community engagement while making a real impact on public health and the environment.

About You
You are an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a strong interest in environmental protection and water quality monitoring. You enjoy hands-on fieldwork and are motivated by making a tangible contribution to public health and the environment. Comfortable undertaking water sampling at beaches, harbours and waterways, you take care to accurately record and manage field data using established systems.

You are proactive, adaptable and enjoy working collaboratively with councils, communities and stakeholders to help assess and improve water quality across New South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile program, combining fieldwork, scientific analysis and community engagement to deliver meaningful environmental outcomes.

Essential Requirements 

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications relevant to the conduct of water quality sampling, assessment and analysis and or experience in undertaking scientific research and water sampling to monitor pollution levels.
• Ability to travel within New South Wales
• Current Australian driver’s licence, current NSW boating licence and or boating experience and current First Aid Certificate.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Beachwatch Field 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 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 19 March 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Dr Meredith Campey, Manager Beachwatch Programs via 0416 866895 or meredith.campey@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?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 548201).

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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