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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Play a key role supporting senior leaders and keeping a busy policy and science group running smoothly.
• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Newcastle Office location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $88,008 to $98,132 + super

Our Strategic Policy, Science and Engagement team is seeking an Administration Support Officer to provide high‑quality administrative and business support services. This role is central to the smooth day‑to‑day operations of the group and offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders while contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

In this role, you will provide a broad range of administrative and coordination support, including managing meetings and events, handling enquiries, maintaining records and supporting recruitment and onboarding activities. You will assist with financial administration tasks such as processing purchase orders, monitoring expenditure, managing invoices and generating reports. The role also involves supporting the Deputy Secretary and Executive Manager with scheduling, correspondence, travel coordination and document management, as well as assisting teams across the group with ad‑hoc administrative needs during peak periods.

About You

You are a reliable and organised administration professional with experience providing business and operational support in a fast‑paced environment. You have strong attention to detail and are comfortable working with systems such as content management platforms and finance systems to manage records, process transactions and support accurate reporting. You understand the importance of following policies and procedures and can apply them confidently in your day‑to‑day work.

Collaborative and adaptable, you work well with people at all levels and enjoy contributing to a positive team culture. You can manage competing priorities, work independently when required and exercise sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality. With strong organisational skills and a customer‑focused approach, you take pride in delivering timely, high‑quality support that helps the team operate effectively.

For more information read the full Role Description:  RD Administration Support Officer SPSE EO4.docx

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 Monday 27^th April 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Melanie Debenham via Melanie.Debenham@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 6229 7149 or Danielle Elliot from Monday 20^th April via Danielle.Elliott@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 8275 1482.

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 Gabriella Schulzer on 9585 6521 (please mention reference number 548806).

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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