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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Shape regulatory strategy that drives real-world impact
• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $134,421 pa to $148,239 pa + super

Step into a role where your thinking shapes how regulation delivers real-world impact. The Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator is seeking a Senior Program Officer - Strategy, Risk and Performance to lead work that sharpens our regulatory approach and strengthens accountability across the system.

In this role, you’ll drive the design and delivery of strategy, risk and performance initiatives that underpin effective regulation. You’ll develop practical frameworks, tools and reporting that turn data into clear, evidence-based insights, enabling confident decision-making at all levels. Your ability to analyse regulatory impact, identify emerging risks and provide trusted advice will directly influence how we respond to complex challenges and continuously improve outcomes.

Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners across government and regulatory bodies, you’ll align priorities, strengthen assurance activities and build a shared understanding of performance. You’ll also play a key role in enhancing systems and processes that support transparency, robust risk management and measurable results.

About You
You’re a strategic thinker who cuts through complexity and turns it into clear, actionable direction. You know how to influence across boundaries, build alignment and deliver meaningful improvements in regulatory performance. Driven by impact, you thrive in collaborative environments and bring a sharp eye for risk, insight and opportunity.

You bring strong knowledge of regulatory strategy, risk management and performance monitoring, ideally within a government or compliance setting. You’ve delivered complex projects end-to-end, using data to develop practical, evidence-based recommendations that stand up to scrutiny. Your analytical skills allow you to connect the dots, uncover systemic issues and translate findings into real-world outcomes.

You communicate with clarity and confidence, whether you’re crafting a briefing, presenting insights or advising senior stakeholders. You’re comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and delivering to deadlines without losing momentum or quality. Experience in governance, program evaluation or organisational performance will set you apart.

Essential Requirements 

• Satisfactory criminal records check.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Program Officer SR&P

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 24 May 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Scott King via Scott.King@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9995 5626.

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?

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• 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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8297 1761 please mention reference number 549171).

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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