Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Ongoing full-time opportunity
- Office location: Inverell or Gunnedah (or other BCT office in the Northern Inland NSW upon negotiation and availability). Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT), as part of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Regional Conservation Officer to join our Northern Inland team.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply, consideration will be given to all suitable applicants (GSE Rule 26).
About the role
In this role you will work as part of a regional team to deliver biodiversity conservation initiatives, providing expert guidance to landholders and stakeholders. You will coordinate and deliver projects, build strong partnerships, and contribute to meaningful biodiversity outcomes across NSW.
The position focuses on supporting the BCT’s priorities which includes both private land conservation and managing agreements to offset development impacts.
This role combines project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and technical advisory work, giving you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on conservation and land management practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with landholders and stakeholders to establish and manage conservation agreements
- Deliver and coordinate projects and programs within scope, timeframes, and budget
- Provide technical and ecological advice to support biodiversity outcomes
- Conduct site assessments, including fieldwork and spatial/GIS mapping
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landholders, stakeholders and partners
- Support compliance, monitoring, and agreement management activities
- Contribute to education, communication, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Lead Northern Inland programs/projects.
About You
We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about environmental conservation and delivering outcomes in partnership with landholders.
You will bring:
- Demonstrated experience in environmental, biodiversity conservation or natural resource management
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to deliver work on time and manage competing priorities
- Proven ability to engage, influence and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including landholders and community groups
- Experience providing technical advice or support, ideally in ecological or land management contexts
- The ability to work both independently in the field and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary geographically dispersed team
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly and prepare high-quality written materials
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving and organisational skills with a demonstratable ability to follow organisational processes and procedures
- Experience working with GIS and undertaking basic GIS processing
- Basic botanical skills with knowledge of vegetation identification and survey methodology, preferably within the Northern Inland region
The role involves field work including conducting field-based ecological assessments and may include working in remote areas.
Essential Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in natural resource management or biodiversity
- A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Regional Conservation 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.
The New South Wales Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) is a not-for-profit statutory body, established under Part 10 of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and managed by a Board appointed by the Minister for the Environment.
The Trust’s roles are to support and encourage landholders to enter into agreements to conserve and protect biodiversity on private land, guided by the government’s Biodiversity Conservation Investment Strategy; secure biodiversity offsets when developers choose to pay into the Biodiversity Conservation Fund; and other activities that promote greater awareness of, appreciation and understanding of, biodiversity and the importance of conserving it.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS) and the BCT’s private land conservation (PLC) programs
The successful applicant for this role will be required to declare any conflict of interests related to the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme, as defined in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Conflict of Interests Protocol. This ensures the department is made aware of potential conflicts of interest so they can be appropriately managed.
Where an applicant has a high-risk “defined interest” in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme, they may be required to divest this interest before being employed by the department.
If you think you might have a conflict of interest related to the scheme, or you are unsure, please discuss this with the hiring manager.
The Department is committed to protecting the public interest and public trust in the exercise of its functions. These values, together with transparency and accountability, are integral to the administration of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme. For more information, please contact the hiring manager.
The BCT also has restrictions on staff participation in its funded PLC programs. No additional funding, beyond that already agreed to by the BCT, may be sought or approved during time as a BCT employee or for a 12-month period following termination of employment.
If you (or a close family member) participate in the BOS scheme or already hold a funded agreement with the BCT and require further information before submitting your application, please contact the hiring manager.
What we can offer you
The BCT is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. Here are some of our benefits:
- A great, friendly culture that cares about each other and the environment we work to protect
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- A range of learning and development opportunities
- Hybrid, flexible work arrangements
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 7th July 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Amelia Paton via amelia.paton@bct.nsw.gov.au or on 0455 453 335.
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 Lila Snow on 02 9995 5095 (please mention reference number 550913).
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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