Talent Acquisition Advisor

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Make an impact in a fast-paced team where high-volume recruitment meets quick wins and quality outcomes.
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Office location - Parramatta, Newcastle or Orange preferred
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $99,938 to 110,271 + superannuation and leave loading

This role plays a key part within our dynamic and fast paced Talent Acquisition team in delivering high-quality recruitment support and advice across our Department.

As a trusted Talent Acquisition Advisor, you'll guide hiring managers through NSW Government Sector Employment (GSE) compliant recruitment strategies, prioritising non-advertised processes, ensuring smooth and effective outcomes for both managers and candidates. You'll be working across a high-volume recruitment portfolio, where your ability to manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail, and deliver consistent, high-quality support will be key to your success.

You'll be joining a supportive and upbeat team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and a good laugh along the way. We work hard, celebrate wins, and are passionate about creating positive experiences for candidates and hiring managers alike. If you're someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a proactive mindset—this is a great opportunity to make a real impact.

You're an experienced and adaptable talent acquisition advisor who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environments. You take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes, enjoy the momentum of quick wins, and are driven by a strong commitment to service excellence.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• High-volume recruitment experience - proven ability to manage multiple recruitment requests simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• GSE expertise - sound knowledge of NSW Government Sector Employment rules and guidelines (highly desirable)
• Attention to detail - a meticulous approach to documentation, compliance, and candidate communications
• Customer focus - a commitment to delivering positive experiences for hiring managers and candidates alike
• Self-sufficiency - able to work with minimal direction, take initiative, and manage competing priorities effectively
• Team collaboration - a positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive, high-performing team

For more information read the full Role Description: Talent Acquisition Advisor

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.

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 Sunday 14th of September at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Michael Brown via michael.brown@dcceew.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 commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. How we encourage and support people with disability. 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 Michael Brown via michael.brown@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0418 696 254 (please mention reference number 544636).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn

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