• Manager Ecological Health
• Package includes Clerk Grade 11-12 salary $149,739- $173,174 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Ongoing full-time role
• Located at Parramatta (location negotiable)

 

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

About the role

Our national parks are extraordinary places, covering more than 9.5% of New South Wales and spanning diverse desert, forest, alpine, and coastal ecosystems. They are home to around 85% of the state’s approximately 900 threatened species, making them critical to the protection of biodiversity. Measuring ecological health, and linking this to our investment in management actions, is essential to delivering effective conservation outcomes across the national park estate.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service is offering a unique opportunity for a Manager, Ecological Health to join the team and contribute to the conservation of New South Wales’ natural environment, flora, and fauna. At the heart of this role is the implementation of a world-leading Ecological Health Performance Scorecard program, an initiative that systematically collects and reports ecological data to support adaptive, evidence-based park management.

This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of best-practice and innovative approaches to ecological health monitoring, helping to shape conservation priorities and drive improved outcomes for biodiversity across the state.

 

About you

You will bring the skills and experience required to lead the design and delivery of a comprehensive ecological health monitoring program across New South Wales’ national park reserves. In this role, you will drive the establishment and ongoing management of best-practice, innovative systems, plans, and processes that support long-term conservation outcomes.

You will demonstrate a strong understanding of ecological survey and monitoring principles, underpinned by a commitment to rigorous methodologies and forward-thinking approaches to conservation science. As an accomplished project manager, you are equally confident briefing senior executives with expert insights as you are working hands-on in the field, deploying survey equipment and supporting on-ground operations.

 

NPWS is committed to building a robust pipeline of talent and ensuring strong representation of women in leadership roles. We aim to achieve a balanced and diverse leadership team. As such, we strongly encourage female candidates who possess the necessary capabilities and experience for these roles to apply. 

 

Essential requirements

• A relevant degree / tertiary qualification in environmental science, ecology or related field and a strong understanding of ecological monitoring principles.
• Current Australian driver’s Licence

 

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Ecological Health NPWS Clerk Grade 11-12

 

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 

Visit a park

 

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.

 

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role. 

 

Applications close Monday 17^th November 2025 at 11:55PM.

 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Richard Kingswood, Director Biodiversity & Eco Health via richard.kingswood@environment.nsw.gov.au 0418617704

 

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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• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

 

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 546063).

 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

 

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