Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Office location - Preference is Parramatta or Newcastle, other Regional NSW locations by negotiation.
- Hybrid working supported, 50% office attendance required.
- Environment Officer Class 12
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $152,677 to $167,562 + super
Our team is currently seeking to appoint an Executive Officer to work closely with the Chief Regulatory Officer within the Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator. This role provides high-level executive, strategic and project support and plays a key part in enabling effective decision‑making across the Regulator’s functions.
In this role, you will act as a trusted adviser and central point of coordination for the Chief Regulatory Officer. You will prepare high‑quality briefings, correspondence and reports, manage sensitive issues, and coordinate responses to internal and external stakeholders, including ministerial offices. You will contribute to and lead strategic and operational projects, support planning and reporting, and help strengthen systems and ways of working across the business. The team operates in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where accuracy, sound judgement and professionalism are highly valued.
About You
You are an experienced executive or senior business support professional who is comfortable working closely with senior leaders in a complex regulatory environment. You have a strong track record in preparing clear, well‑reasoned briefings, reports and advice on complex matters, often within tight timeframes. You understand how government operates and are familiar with public sector processes, including ministerial and parliamentary requirements. You bring a structured approach to planning and project work, with the ability to track progress, manage risks and support delivery against organisational priorities.
You have a track record of anticipating and addressing contentious issues and providing accurate advice on complex issues and legislation, often within tight timeframes, given the need to collect and assimilate information from a variety of different sources whilst maintaining confidentiality and exercising diplomacy.
Equally important, you build strong working relationships and communicate with confidence and tact. You can deal with sensitive or contentious issues calmly and professionally, and you know how to adjust your communication style for different audiences. You are organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities without losing sight of detail or quality. If you enjoy working in a role that combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, and you value integrity, collaboration and practical problem‑solving, this role will suit you well.
For more information read the full Role Description: Executive 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.
The Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator (BHR) division brings together existing regulatory functions into a single, purpose-built division within DCCEEW.
BHR regulatory functions include biodiversity conservation compliance, heritage regulation, wildlife licensing and management, animal research ethics, and commercial plant licensing. These functions support the protection and restoration of the natural environment, and the conservation of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal cultural heritage.
The BHR supports the effective delivery of regulatory outcomes by providing licensing and approval, investigations and enforcement, engagement and education, specialist policy, capability, systems and data, governance, audit and assurance functions to operational teams across the department. 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, 5th May 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Gilligan – Chief Regulatory Officer via adam.gilligan@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0411 744 296
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 Stacey Cooper on 02 9585 6811 (please mention reference number 548938).
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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