Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Help shape a more inclusive public sector
- Aboriginal targeted opportunity
- Ongoing full-time opportunity
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $99,938 to $110,271 + super
At DCCEEW, our work protects what matters most – our environment, water, energy future and communities across NSW. At the heart of this is our people.
We’re looking for a Project Advisor to support our Aboriginal Employee Experience (AEX) Team, playing a key role in delivering initiatives that strengthen cultural safety, inclusion and Aboriginal workforce outcomes across the department.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys coordination, organisation and project support, and who is motivated by work that makes a real, positive difference.
This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26 and Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
About You
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Experience in an administrative, project, HR or corporate support role
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, corporate environment
- Confidence preparing clear, accurate documents and working with data or spreadsheets
- A collaborative, respectful communication style
- Sound judgement, discretion and attention to detail
- A genuine commitment to inclusion, cultural awareness and public sector values
Experience supporting projects, events, or workforce initiatives is desirable, as is exposure to surveys, reporting and data analysis.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Advisor (AEX)
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 Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Aimee Smith via Aimee.Smith@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 Gemma Battison on 02 8289 6733 (please mention reference number 548398).
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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