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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

 

• Asset Management Officer - diverse and fulfilling role!
• Package includes salary depending on experience ($110,266 - $122,058) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Ongoing full-time role
• Located in beautiful Audley (negotiable)

 

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a unique opportunity for an Asset Management Officer to work as part of the Visitor Infrastructure team in the Assets & Infrastructure Branch. This role will be a trusted advisor across all operational branches within NPWS, contributing to the asset management maturity and capacity of the organisation, and ensuring that public assets are effectively managed and utilised to achieve government and organisational outcomes.

In this role you will also support the implementation of effective asset management processes, practices and systems whilst providing advice and guidance to support strategic programs for the life cycle management of existing and future assets. Your expertise will be invaluable in safeguarding the organisation's assets, optimising costs, and maintaining compliance with accounting and regulatory standards and policies.

 

About you

To be successful in this role you will be a natural collaborator working between operational teams in a similar role responsible for managing and integrating asset lifecycle activities by balancing cost, risk and performance to meet government objectives.  You will be relied upon to produce asset data and information that supports decision-making and continual improvement.  You will be strategic and tactical minded whilst being comfortable being a support lead for the development of asset management plans for major assets classes and the use and development of the corporate asset management information systems to improve the quality of data and consistent use.

 

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in asset management and the use of asset management systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial and/or accounting principles to assets and their lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated experience in the administration, monitoring and reporting of complex asset management projects.
• Demonstrated understanding of the legislation applying to protected area management, contract management, Work, Health and Safety, construction standards and environmental plan.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the application of safe work practices and risk management.

 

Essential requirements

• A current Australian drivers licence.

To view the Role Description:  Asset Management Officer

 

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

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.

Applications close: Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11:55 PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact the Hiring Manager, Emily Franks, Manager Visitor Infrastructure, on 0402 431 614 or via emily.franks@environment.nsw.gov.au

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.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Varvara Kuraeva on 0436 126 838 (please mention reference number 542439).

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