Join Local Land Services Programs and Partnerships team – Make a Difference as a Program / Project Lead driving statewide projects and programs. Two exciting opportunities:

• Sustainable Agriculture & Plant Biosecurity Program Lead, and
• NSW Soil Monitoring Project Lead

• Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 7: $129,464 - $142,665pa + 12% super & leave
• Locations: Regional NSW – All locations considered
• 3 month role – 4 August - 24 October - negotiable

About the Opportunities

Expressions of Interest are sought for two exciting opportunities in the Programs and Partnerships Sustainable Agriculture and Plant Biosecurity Section. Each position works closely with the Principal Program Manager and other stakeholders across NSW to enhance the consistency and quality of LLS service delivery. While each role has a specialist focus area, they share core responsibilities in providing subject matter expertise, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and ensuring effective program planning, delivery and evaluation.

Program Lead – Sustainable Agriculture & Plant Biosecurity

• Provide expert guidance to delivery teams and programs of work across NSW.
• Support planning, development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of projects and services.
• Manage complex relationships and working groups to enhance LLS service provision.
• Provide advice on project management practices consistent with LLS principles.
• Support regions and delivery teams to improve service consistency across the Sustainable Agriculture and Plant Biosecurity portfolios.
• Offer subject matter expertise on agricultural extension, sustainable production systems, and plant biosecurity issues.

Project Lead – NSW Soil Monitoring Project Lead

• Provide expert guidance to delivery teams and programs of work across NSW.
• Support planning, development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of projects and services.
• Undertake assessments of soil sampling sites across NSW and create a state sampling plan
• Provide advice on project management practices consistent with LLS principles.
• Make recommendations and source soil sampling equipment.
• Understand soil sampling techniques and procedures.

What You'll Need

General criteria:

• Relevant degree (e.g. Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Biosecurity, Veterinary Science) or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated successful program and project management capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of sustainable agriculture production systems.
• Understanding of challenges and opportunities for landholders and communities.

Please apply by submitting your resume and an email (no more than 1 page) outlining which role you are interested in and why you think you would be a good fit to Andrew Lieschke by 11:55pm Monday, 28 July 2025.

For more information: Contact Andrew Lieschke on 0409 561 277 or andrew.lieschke@lls.nsw.gov.au.

Please ensure you have a discussion and approval from your relevant supervisor to apply for this role.