Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Senior Team leader – Strategy and Governance (Environment Officer Class 12)
- Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Office location is flexible - regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $152,677 to $167,562 + super
About the Role
As the Senior Team Leader – Strategy & Governance, you will play a central enabling role across the Conservation Planning and Assessment Branch, supporting how the Branch sets direction, governs its work and engages with stakeholders. Working closely with Branch leadership, you will help bring together strategic planning, governance, performance, engagement and policy considerations so that priorities are clear, risks are actively managed and assurance mechanisms are in place, and work is coordinated effectively.
The role provides senior‑level leadership and advice on branch planning, governance and assurance (including risk), budget oversight and policy coordination, with a focus on improving quality and consistency in Branch-level policy advice. You will also provide leadership and direction to staff supporting strategy, governance and administrative functions, and act as a key point of connection across teams and with stakeholders, helping to ensure consistent ways of working, clear information flow and strong alignment with broader departmental priorities.
This role suits someone who enjoys working across boundaries, bringing structure and clarity to complex environments, and enabling others to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
About You
You are a strategic and pragmatic leader with experience working across governance, performance, engagement and policy in a complex public sector environment. You bring sound judgement, an understanding of government systems and processes, and the ability to support senior leaders with clear, well‑considered advice.
You are confident working across teams and with stakeholders, balancing competing priorities and managing risk and budget considerations without losing sight of longer‑term objectives. You lead with a collaborative, inclusive style and are comfortable providing direction and support to staff, helping teams align around shared priorities and work effectively together.
Your ability to think strategically, build strong working relationships and create clarity in fast‑moving environments will be key to your success in this role.
Key knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated broad knowledge of government, public administration and budgetary procedures, processes and protocols.
- Experience leading or coordinating strategic planning, governance (including risk and assurance) and/or policy or organisational improvement activities in a complex environment.
- Experience providing clear analysis and advice to support effective decision‑making.
- Experience developing and maintaining productive working relationships and guiding staff to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
Essential requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in either public policy, public administration, business, governance, law, environmental policy, or a related discipline, and/or extensive equivalent professional experience.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Team Leader Strategy and Governance CPHR
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.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)
Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.
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.
Applications close: Thursday, 30 April 2026 at 11.55pm.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Page Perry via page.perry@dpie.nsw.gov.au or on 0417 385 649.
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 contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on 02 9995 5011 (please mention reference number 548833).
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