• • Full time Temporary role, 38 Hours per week – up to 3 years
  • LLS Grade 6 starting at $110,266 + super & leave 
  • Location: Preference for Cooma NSW however can be negotiable within regional NSW   

South East Local Land Services (LLS) is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to lead the delivery of agreed projects in the Upper Murrumbidgee River. These projects are critical to addressing the decline in river health, improving water quality, and enhancing habitat for threatened species. 

About the Role 

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for implementing a suite of environmental restoration and river health projects. This includes: 

• Leading teams & project coordination to ensure milestones are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. 
• Managing relationships and reporting obligations with project proponents and the Commonwealth Government. 
• Facilitating collaboration between stakeholders including landholders, government, and community groups. 
• Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on project outcomes. 
• Ensuring LLS’s obligations under funding agreements are met and well documented including licences, subcontracts ect  

This role requires a strong background in project management, ideally with experience in environmental or natural resource management projects. Check out this link for current information on the project: https://www.dcceew.gov.au/water/publications/strategy-improve-health-upper-murrumbidgee

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

• Proven experience in project planning and delivery and Risk Management. 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce reports and briefs. 
• Sound understanding of the rural sector and the challenges of regional delivery. 
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change. 
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel as required. 

Why Work for Us? 

Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency related to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development cluster. It provides quality, customer-focused services to landholders and the community across New South Wales. This regionally based organisation brings together a wide range of service and advisory functions including agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry. Find out more about us here.     

• Meaningful Work: Protect the future of NSW’s economy, environment, and communities.    
• Professional Growth: Be part of a team that values skill-sharing, knowledge development, and innovation.    
• Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same—step into a role that’s challenging, rewarding, and impactful.    
• Supportive Culture: Work with like-minded professionals who are committed to excellence and making a difference.    
• Welcome Experience if you or your partner are an essential worker: Regional NSW, make the move | NSW Government    

Apply now and lead impactful work in the Upper Murrumbidgee River region, We support sustainable land and water management and work directly with landholders and communities across NSW. 

Applying is easy!  Simply submit a copy of your resume (max. 3 pages) and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) via the online portal below in the application you will be able to identify which role/s you would like to be considered for.       

Tell us about your relevant skills, experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for our role matching in with the focus capabilities in the Role Description. If you would like more information about writing your application, please see: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/writing-your-application  

Want to know more? Please contact Michelle Janes, Senior Projects & Programs Officer on 0417774126 or michelle.janes@lls.nsw.gov.au. You can also download the Role Description.  

Closing date: 11:55pm Thursday 5 May 2025. 

Additional Information:  

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.  

The successful applicant in this role will be required to undergo Reference Checks, National Police Check and a Medical Assessment.  

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.  

 A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.  

 About us: Together, we are DPIRD  

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.  

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.  

 The department brings together:  

• Local Land Services  
• NSW Resources  
• Agriculture and Biosecurity  
• Fisheries and Forestry  
• Regional Development and Delivery.   

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.