Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Help shape safer workplaces across NSW
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113K pa to $125K pa + super

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking a Safety Systems and Reporting Officer to support the effective management of work health and safety systems, data and reporting across the department.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with WHS systems and data, building meaningful reports and dashboards, and translating complex information into clear insights that support better decision‑making.

About the role
In this role, you will manage and maintain the Department’s Safety Management System (SMS) and associated WHS reporting frameworks. You’ll work with multiple data sources to ensure information is accurate, consistent and fit for purpose, and develop both standard and ad‑hoc reports to support managers and stakeholders.

You’ll also analyse WHS data to identify trends, emerging risks and improvement opportunities, and provide practical advice to support WHS initiatives and projects across DCCEEW.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing and maintaining the Department’s Safety Management System, policies, procedures and tools
• Ensuring WHS data integrity across multiple systems through validation, cleansing and governance
• Developing and improving standard and ad‑hoc WHS reports and dashboards (Power BI, Excel)
• Analysing WHS data to identify trends, risks, gaps and improvement opportunities
• Providing clear, practical reporting and advice to support WHS projects and initiatives
• Translating technical safety data into insights that stakeholders can easily understand and act on

About you
You’ll bring a blend of WHS knowledge, data smarts and strong communication skills, with experience such as:

• Qualifications in Work Health and Safety, data analytics, information management or equivalent experience
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, standards and safety management systems
• Strong experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI and advanced Excel
• A sharp eye for data quality, integrity and continuous improvement
• The ability to explain complex information clearly to diverse audiences

Just as important, you’ll be someone who works with integrity, collaborates well, thinks critically and enjoys improving systems that support safer workplaces.

Ready to make safety data matter?

Apply now and be part of a department making a difference for NSW — today and for future generations.

For more information read the full Role Description.

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 Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jo Zoricich, Safety Systems and Reporting Manager via jo.zoricich@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 Jodi Arthur on 02 6360 9015 (please mention reference number 548534).

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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