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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Clerk Grade 5-6
• Salary relative to experience ($102,936-$113,579) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• 37 full time temporary roles until 31 August 2027 (possible extension or conversion to ongoing)
• Statewide NSW - 34 metro and regional NSW locations
  • Anna Bay, Armidale, Audley, Baradine, Blackheath, Blowering, Booti Booti, Bourke, Broken Hill, Buronga, Byron Bay, Creel Bay/Jindabyne, Dubbo, Eden, Forestville, Glen Innes, Gloucester, Grafton, Griffith, Katoomba, Kyogle, Lindfield, Lithgow, Mount Keira (Wollongong), Mudgee, Narooma, Narrabri, Port Macquarie, Scheyville, Shortland, Toormina, Ulladulla, Vaucluse and Wybung/Lake Munmorah.

Work where others holiday. Protect places that matter.

Join NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) where your work has a real impact and help care for some of Australia's most iconic natural, cultural and recreational assets. From coastal headlands and alpine landscapes to remote outback parks and World Heritage areas, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a tangible contribution to conservation and visitor experiences across NSW.

About the roles

We're seeking 37 Assistant Asset Officers to support asset management operations across our statewide network.  With opportunities available in metropolitan, regional and remote locations, you'll have the chance to work close to home or embrace a unique lifestyle in one of NSW's spectacular national park regions.

As an Assistant Asset Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring NPWS assets remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose. You'll coordinate inspections, maintain asset information, support maintenance and compliance programs, and work alongside operational teams to help manage a diverse portfolio that includes walking tracks, visitor facilities, fire trails, plant and equipment, and critical infrastructure.  No two days are the same. One day you may be analysing asset data and coordinating contractors, and the next you could be supporting inspections in some of the most breathtaking landscapes in NSW.

Whether you're based on the coast, in the city, the mountains or the outback, this is your opportunity to help care for NSW's natural and cultural treasures for future generations.  Applications are encouraged from candidates across all listed locations. During the application process, you can nominate your preferred work location, as well as any additional locations you are willing to work from. If you are shortlisted, you will only be required to attend one interview, which may be conducted either in person or online.

About you

You're a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys variety, problem-solving and working both in the field and behind the scenes. You bring experience supporting asset inspections, maintenance or compliance activities, along with confidence using asset management systems and operational databases. With a strong understanding of workplace safety and risk management, you can effectively coordinate activities, build productive relationships with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders, and help ensure a diverse range of assets remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose. Equally importantly, you're excited by the opportunity to contribute to the management of some of NSW's most iconic natural and cultural assets.

Key knowledge and experience

• Experience supporting asset inspections, maintenance or compliance activities.
• Experience using asset management systems, databases or operational information systems.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety and risk management principles in field-based environments.
• Ability to coordinate activities and work effectively with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders.

Essential requirement

• Current Australian Driver Licence.

To view the Role Description:  Assistant Asset Officer NPWS Clk Gde 5-6 Role Description

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.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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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.

To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close  Sunday 20^th September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the roles please email assetandinfrastructure@environment.nsw.gov.au and include your contact details including phone number. 

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 Marie-Claire Bleakley via phone 0407 789 021 or marie-claire.bleakley@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 552802).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.

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