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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Opportunity to work on World Heritage Greater Blue Mountains National Park
• Permanent full-time role (35 hours per week)
• Located in Blackheath with hybrid working from home supported
• Package includes salary from $97,587 to $104,781, employer's contribution to superannuation and 8.5% loading for working weekends and public holidays

Our Blue Mountains Infrastructure Team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Field Supervisor to plan, develop, implement and manage approved works and maintenance programs for the Branch so that the natural and cultural heritage is enhanced and conserved and the public have access to high quality, safe recreational walking track infrastructure within the Blue Mountains Branch.

The Senior Field Supervisor also ensures the cost efficiency of works and maintenance programs and effective deployment and development of field staff and the appropriate acquisition and use of equipment.

Based in the Blue Mountains Branch in the Blackheath office, this role works across the broader Blue Mountains branch including Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage parks, Gardens of Stone, Mt Royal National Park, Abercrombie and Wombeyan Caves, state conservation areas and reserves.

About You

To be successful in the role you will have extensive experience in the implementation of works programs to a high standard and the application of effective strategies to ensure timely and cost-efficient completion of works and identify and assess the advantages and disadvantages of using field staff or contracting specific regular works for best use of available resources.

You will have the demonstrated ability to develop annual works and maintenance programs, involving consultation with the management and field staff, based on the Operations Plan and are reviewed regularly, ensuring planning is undertaken after consultation with management to ensure that priorities identified are met.

With good communication and interpersonal skills, you will have experience in managing a broad range of external relationships including park neighbours, general public and with other government departments and community groups.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work with the Agency’s statutory obligations as they apply to conservation natural, Aboriginal and cultural heritage and resources and experience in exercising delegated authority for law enforcement.
• Demonstrated experience in, or detailed knowledge of, various trade skills and experience in the purchase, management and utilisation of plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in ensuring effective planning, management and completion of maintenance programs and construction of park/recreational facilities such as roads/fire trails, walking tracks and buildings; and pest and animal control.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to operate and supervise the operation of machinery, plant and equipment for maintenance and construction work whilst complying with Work Health and Safety standards, with a willingness and ability to obtain Workcover certification if required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform a fire crew leadership role and incident control functions. 
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate and current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent including four-wheel driving certificate, and willingness to fly in light aircraft.

This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW’s most precious natural places.

Applicants must meet the requirements of a specific medical assessment) which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake the fitness test for firefighting fitness roles (i.e. moderate level Task-Based Assessment for Firefighters) within the 12-month probationary period, if relevant.

The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties.

For more information read the full role description here: Senior Field Supervisor Grade 1-2 

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.

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 Thursday 7 August 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Tim Lanyon, Principal Project Officer, Blue Mountains Branch, NPWS on 0438 605 873 or by email tim.lanyon@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.nsw.gov.au contacting Eloise Fleck on 0448 782 700 (please mention reference number 543730).

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