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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

 

• Senior Project Officer
• Temporary full-time opportunities available till 30 June 2026
• Office location – Parramatta - 4PSQ
• Package includes salary $120,859 to $133,183, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

 

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Senior Project Officer to work as part of the close-knit native title team. You will contribute and collaborate across NPWS and externally to deliver broad native title related outcomes and contribute to new native title management initiatives.

 

The role is responsible for providing leadership internally across operational branches and divisions, and external agency project teams, working groups and similar forums established to develop and deliver native title outcomes. This role manages a small project team, provide guidance and support, monitor and appraise work performance and facilitate their ongoing professional development to ensure they are fully capable to successfully deliver all key project/s milestones and outcomes.

 

The Senior Project Officer is responsible for providing project management services specific for the native title program, including preparation of reports and briefs, maintaining project documentation, implementing and monitoring project plans.

 

About You

 

You will have experience to operate with some level of autonomy, makes day-to-day decisions relating to work priorities and workload management, for yourself and any staff/project staff you supervise. You will be accountable for the delivery of assigned projects on time and at or below budget.

 

In addition, you will have experience building meaningful relationships and effective communication with interagency staff and internal staff, whilst exercising sound judgement in managing risks, issues and recommending responses in consultation with the relevant Branch staff. You will provide a high level of high level project management advice for internal and interdepartmental project delivery.

 

You will be required to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times. You will collect, collate and report on internal and external information and maintain a register of supporting material to support development of complex business case specific for the native title program.

 

Essential Requirements –

 

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent, relevant professional experience.
• Project management skills and experience with an understanding of contemporary best practice in procurement, tendering and contract preparation, in managing project teams, consultants and contractors, and in applying safety and risk management policies and systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing strategic plans, policies and programs, and in providing strategic and advice and recommendations to senior management

 

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer and Statement of Works 

 

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.

 

Applications close -Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 11:55PM.

 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Damien Hofmeyer

via damien.hofmeyer@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0427 669 712.

 

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?

 

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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 Naz Keya via naz.keya@dpie.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 539515).

 

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