• Senior Project Officer
• Package includes salary $129,464 p.a. - $142,665 p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation
• Temporary full-time role up to 15 September 2025 to 10 October 2025
• Located in Parramatta (negotiable)

 

 

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Senior Project Officer to lead a dedicated team responsible for supporting and coordinating weed management programs across NSW national parks.

 

The role leads, develops, and supports implementation of the NPWS Weed Management Strategy in partnership with other teams in the unit and across NPWS.

 

The Senior Project Officer coordinates the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and standards for weed management, including risk assessment, monitoring, and data management. This role supports the allocation of delivery targets and reporting, ensuring alignment with government and NPWS strategies.

 

Key duties include supporting the development and maintenance of weed control plans, weed monitoring plans, data management systems, and knowledge strategies to support NPWS weed management.

 

About you

Your passion for your community and environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail and proficiency in project management and leadership will be key to your success in this role.

 

Your attention to detail and proficiency in planning, data management, and reporting enable you to support effective resource allocation and demonstrate program success. You are committed to continuous improvement and enjoy mentoring and leading teams to uphold best practices in weed management. Well-versed in legislative and regulatory requirements, you are adept at translating complex information into actionable strategies and providing guidance to staff at all levels.

 

Your passion for environmental stewardship, innovation, and effective communication ensures you will lead NPWS weed management initiatives with diligence, expertise, and integrity.

 

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 environmental safety and risk management policies and systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing strategic plans, policies and programs, and in providing strategic and operational advice and recommendations to senior management.

 

To view the Role Description: Senior Project Officer

To view the Statement of Works Senior Project Officer Weeds

 

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.

• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

 

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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How to apply

 

Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

 

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

 

Should you require further information about the role please contact; Peta Rose, Manager Invasive Species, 0428218117 peta.rose@environment.nsw.gov.au

 

  Applications close:  Monday 11 August 2025 at 11.55pm

 

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 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.

 

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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 Graeme Ellis on 0437 236 477 (please mention reference number 542574).

 

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