• Temporary full-time contract from 5 June 2025 until 11 August 2025
• All DPIRD office locations will be considered. 
• Classification – Clerk Grade 5/6

The Assessments and Projects team within NSW Resources are looking for an Assistant Project Officer – Mining Titles to join them for a short term backfill opportunity.

In this role you’ll be case managing the assessment of multiple mining title applications with differing levels of complexity - interpreting and applying legislation (including the Mining Act 1992 and the Petroleum (Onshore) Act 1991), as well as undertaking smaller project work (including template updates and process improvements) when time allows.

To be successful you’ll need to be someone with exceptional attention to detail, have strong written communication skills (to prepare assessment reports and briefing notes), and outstanding communication and customer service skills (as you’ll be first point of contact for titleholders and applicants, as well as working closely with staff across other areas of the business).

You’ll also need to be able to follow process to deliver high calibre work within specific timeframes and at all times be aware and sensitive to the confidentiality and potential contentiousness of the work you are undertaking.

Applying for the role: If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with a (ideally no more than one-page) expression of interest outlining your suitability and interest in this role, with your resume (ideally no more than three pages) by 9am Monday 26 May 2025.

Please seek support from your current Supervisor / Manager prior to submitting to ensure your availability.

Inquiries about the role should be directed to Adam Banister, Manager Assessments & Projects on 0499 299 570 or via adam.banister@regional.nsw.gov.au.

Please note:
Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory for all roles within NSW Resources and is a condition of engagement.