Field Supervisor

**Field Supervisor Grade 1-2**:

- **Package includes base salary **$81,316 - $86,908, employer's contribution to superannuation plus 8.5% loading for working weekends and public holidays**:

- **Full time** temporary role until 30 June 2026**:

- **Located in** Blackheath**

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

**_ Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage_**

Lead a highly committed team to help build and maintain our vital walking tracks within the Blue Mountains area.

**About the role**

As Field Supervisor you will lead a team of track builders and trades to plan, develop and deliver projects working within best practice environmental and heritage protection guidelines on walking tracks within environmentally sensitive areas. The close knit team consists of Field Officers and contractors working in remote worksites building stone or timber steps and bridges contributing towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage. You’ll be relied upon to deliver operational objectives and facilitate a team based centre of excellence; develop and implement systems, processes and related practices to support optimal project and program delivery.

**About you**

**Essential requirements**
- Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.
- Demonstrated well-developed supervisory and team leadership skills for the implementation of field and operational activities, including the construction and maintenance of walking tracks and park facilities, and pest plant and animal control.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in cost estimation, budgeting and planning and programming.
- Experience or detailed knowledge of various trades.
- Ability and demonstrated experience to undertake crew leadership in fire management.
- Relevant SafeWork NSW certification, ability and experience in the operation of machinery, plant and equipment for maintenance/construction work, including chainsaws to basic tree felling standard.
- 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 (ie. moderate level Task-Based Assessment for Firefighters) within the 12-month probationary period, if relevant._
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The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties. Notes:

- Successful applicants must pass the following within a probationary period of 12 months: certification as Fire Crew Member; Senior First Aid and 4WD certification.
- Prior to undertaking ground or aerial firefighting and/or incident control duties, the incumbent must obtain, and maintain currency in, appropriate levels of national firefighting competencies.
- All required training and assessments will be provided by the Department.

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**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**

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**To apply**

**Applications close: Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 11.55pm**
- 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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