Senior Environmental Assessment Officer

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Be at the forefront of the renewable energy transition for NSW
Work on State significant energy projects, such as solar farms, big batteries, wind farms, pumped hydro and transmission lines
Ongoing and Temporary full time positions
Office location is Parramatta, with flexible working supported
Salary relative to experience and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 + super

Are you an environmental or renewable energy professional, developer, consultant, planner, scientist, or engineer who is looking to progress your career in a dynamic and rewarding role in the renewable energy sector?
Our Energy Assessments team within the NSW Planning group are seeking to appoint Senior Environmental Assessment Officers to contribute to the NSW Government's assessment and regulation of high-profile projects across the renewable energy sector.
This dynamic team works on large scale wind farms, solar farms, transmission lines, pumped hydro and batteries (BESS) across NSW.
About the role
Development assessment is exciting, challenging and fulfilling.
We are looking for Senior Environmental Assessment professionals who can deliver high quality, efficient and timely assessment advice to ensure State significant projects meet all statutory obligations, Government policy requirements, and Government goals.
As a Senior Environmental Assessment Officer, you will assess the merits of a range of State significant energy projects in line with best practice frameworks and benchmark assessment outcome turnaround times and produce high quality work on a wide range of planning matters, including the preparation of well written, accurate and timely reports and effective conditions of consent.
You will be building relationships and increasing engagement with various stakeholders including external agencies and the community while managing their different and often competing interests.
For more information read the full role description: Senior Environmental Assessment Officer DAS
What you will bring to the role

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members and prepare high quality reports and other documentation.
You will have the ability to translate complex technical information into easy-to-understand material
Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations
Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant environmental assessment and planning legislation and processes
Ability to identify key issues and recommend practical, forward-thinking solutions
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, negotiation and project management

Essential requirement:

Degree in environmental science management, planning, law or engineering, or other relevant discipline
Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Driver's License

Join us
Apply online with your resume and cover letter.
Applications close Thursday 11 September 2025 at 11:55 PM.
For further information please contact the hiring manager Nicole Brewer via *************@planning.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.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

What's in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support.
We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs.
Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.
About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW.
To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing.
We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.
DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability.
Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.
Contact the Talent Team via ***************@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7***​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference ' Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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