Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions

• Full time ongoing position
• Location – Bathurst
• Salary starting from $99,938pa + super
• Work and learn with incredible leaders to build your skills

The Central Tablelands LLS region is located in central NSW and covers an area of approximately 31,365 km2. It includes the major towns of Bathurst, Blayney, Cowra, Lithgow, Molong, Mudgee, Oberon and Orange and falls predominantly within Wiradjuri Aboriginal country. The region is home to over 156,000 residents and is home to a diverse range of industries including the major retail centres of Bathurst and Orange, the major university city of Bathurst and major mining operations. Check out the amazing living destinations, events and things to do on your weekends when living in the country.

Why Join Us?

At Central Tablelands LLS, we don’t just adapt - we lead. Innovation drives us, collaboration defines us, and every team member is empowered to make a real difference. Here, your strengths are the spark for progress, and your ideas and efforts will help shape a better future - for your team, your community, and your career.

Join us as an Assistant Project Officer (Strategic Services) and step into a unique opportunity to support leadership in driving meaningful business improvements. As part of our dynamic Strategic Services team, you’ll work alongside passionate professionals to drive meaningful business improvements and deliver real value to our customers and community. Your ability to collaborate, communicate, and drive continuous improvement will be a key strength you bring to the role, and one we’re ready to support and grow. This is a workplace where your ideas fuel progress, and your impact is felt.

The Role

As the Assistant Project Officer, you will:

• Provide strategic insights and analysis to help the Leadership Team shape planning and improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance service delivery through better tools, systems, and methodologies.
• Support MERI processes to ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and improvement.
• Compile reports and analyse data to inform recommendations that optimise business performance.
• Provide support with systems usage including financial management and reporting needs to support delivery managers.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in business improvement – Proven experience in initiatives that enhance systems, processes, or outcomes, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills – Proficient in business planning, data analysis, and reporting to support informed decision-making.
• Clear and effective writing skills – Confident in preparing reports, project scopes, and communications that use plain language, are well-structured, and tailored to the audience.
• Project management mindset – Proactive, organised, and confident in contributing to impactful projects.
• Strong systems capability – Skilled in navigating and supporting multiple systems across teams and projects.
• Understanding of MERI – Able to apply MERI principles to track progress and drive better results.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills – Able to build strong relationships and collaborate with internal teams, landholders, funding bodies, and community groups.
• Flexibility to travel – Holds a valid NSW Driver’s Licence and is willing to travel as required.

Success in this role calls for strong communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage both data and stakeholder interactions with confidence. It’s a hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact.

If you're driven by innovation, thrive in collaborative environments, and are passionate about continuous improvement, this could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Applying is easy! If this role feels like the perfect fit, simply submit your resume along with a cover letter (max 2 pages) detailing how your skills and experience align with our needs. We’ll be in touch after the closing date.

Applications Close: Thursday 7^th August @ 11.55pm AEST

For more information on the role you can download the role description or reach out to Joel Clough, Senior Strategic Land Services Officer on 0417 621 868 or via joel.clough@lls.nsw.gov.au.

Recruitment Process Adjustment 

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 below for a confidential discussion. 

This is an internal EOI opportunity open to DPIRD/LLS staff only

*To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (LLS Grade 5 or Clerk 5/6) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.