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Coast and Estuary Officer

2 weeks ago

Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Conservation Programs Heritage & Regs Full time

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
- Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage._
- **Coast and Estuary Officer (Environment Officer Class 7)**:

- **Temporary up to 30 June 2027 (with the possibility of conversion to ongoing) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity**:

- **Office is located in Newcastle or Gosford - other locations will be considered**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $105,924 to $117,031 + super**

Our Regional Delivery team in the Conservation Programs, Heritage and Regulation group is currently seeking to appoint a Coast and Estuary Officer to work with local councils and other stakeholders to manage coastal hazards and improve the health of estuaries and coastal environments.

The Coast and Estuary Officer will assist in coordinating and driving the delivery and implementation of studies and plans to manage coastal risks and ecosystem health.

**About You**

The Coast and Estuaries Officer will assist in providing expert technical input and advice to support Councils and their communities to prepare and implement Coastal Management Programs and associated studies including those on estuary health and coastal hazards.

Your knowledge of coastal zone management policy and practice including relevant legislation and guidelines will enable you to promote and implement the NSW Coastal Management Framework in line with the Coastal Management Act (2016) and the State Environmental Planning Policy (Resilience and Hazards) (2021).

You will review projects submitted for funding under the Coastal and Estuary Management Grants Program for technical soundness and for funding priority. You will support councils to manage grant-funded projects and report on their technical and financial performance. You will provide technical and policy advice to internal and external stakeholders on contentious issues, State Significant Development and planning proposals within the region.

Additionally, you will have a proven track record in collecting estuary and coastal data for analysis, as well as preparing technical recommendations and evaluating management strategies against relevant standards.

Key knowledge and experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of coastal zone (estuary and coastal) processes and natural resource management issues within the coastal zone with experience in data collection, analysis and report writing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of coastal zone management policy and practice including relevant legislation, guidelines and policies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of coastal zone risk &/or estuary health assessment methods and management strategies.

Essential requirements
- Appropriate degree level tertiary qualifications in engineering, environmental science, marine biology, natural resource management or related discipline.
- Current Driver’s License - class C

For more information read the full Role Description: Coast and Estuary Officer

**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**

**Applications close Sunday, 9 March 2025 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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