Economic Development Manager

3 days ago


Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Regional Development & Delivery Full time

Full Time Ongoing Opportunity
- Clerk Grade 9/10 salary starting from $125,693 plus super and leave loading
- Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team._

**About the Role**

Identify, develop, and manage projects and businesses that can utilise NSW Government services to attract and retain business, increase economic growth, grow employment, infrastructure, investment, and exports for regional NSW.

**About You**
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver outcomes in dynamic environments
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across government, industry, and community
- The ability to identify market trends and failures and translate insights into strategic opportunities
- Experience preparing high-quality briefings and reports to support decision-making
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong organisational and communication skills
- The ability to establish client business development needs and assesses the suitability and relevance of a range of programs and third-party services.
- A current driver’s license and be willing to travel within the Hunter region.

**About us**

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Marcus Hucker, Deputy Director Hunter Central Coast, Regional Economic Development 0410 338 119

**Applications close: Monday 14th July 2025**

**_ External opportunity. _**A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.


  • Development Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Property Development & Valuation Full time

    **_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_** - Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places, and economies._ - **Development Manager - Temporary (Up to 30**th** June 2026) full-time opportunity.**: - **Office located in Newcastle or the Central Coast - Hybrid working supported**: - **Salary relative to experience, and ranges...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Regional Development & Delivery Full time

    Ongoing Full Time Opportunity - Clerk Grade 9/10 Salary From $120,859 plus super and leave loading - Diversity and inclusion_ _are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. DPIRD is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the...


  • Fortitude Valley, Australia Foresight Partners Full time

    The Company Foresight Partners is an economic and urban research consultancy with a focus on rigorous and innovative analysis. We specialise in detailed market studies, demographic analysis and economic impact assessments for a wide variety of retail, commercial, industrial, tourism and mixed-use developments. Our clients include many Australian blue chip...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Property Development & Valuation Full time

    **Temporary full-time opportunity to December 2025**: - **Office location: Newcastle.**: - **Salary relative to experience and ranges from $79,032 - $86,539 + superannuation.** **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,...

  • Development Manager

    5 days ago


    Hunter Valley, Australia Defence Housing Australia Full time

    **Job no**: 492780 **Work type**: Full Time **Location**: Head Office, Canberra, Sydney, Parramatta, Hunter Valley, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne **Classification**: Executive Level 1 In this role you will plan and lead complex development projects to achieve business objectives, on time and on budget. This includes the delivery of green or brown field...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Regional Development & Delivery Full time

    Multiple Temporary Opportunities (up to 3 years) - Location: Positions are based on the mid-north and north coast (Port Macquarie, Coffs, Wollongbar) and in north-western NSW (Tamworth or Quirindi) - We offer great benefits, leave loading, flex leave, ongoing development opportunities, fitness passport and regular pay increments alongside a competitive...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW School Administrative and Support Full time

    **Position Information**: The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled finance professional to lead the financial and administrative functions at Tocal Agricultural College in Paterson. If you have a strong background in accounting, a keen eye for financial detail, and experience managing budgets and financial operations, we want to hear from you! **Location: Paterson - Tocal Agricultural...


  • Fortitude Valley, Australia Guzman y Gomez Full time

    Company Description At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We’re Australia’s only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we...


  • Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

    Full Time, 35 hours - Temporary opportunity for 12 months - Professional Officer Grade 1/4 - Salary starting from $70,694.00 + super and leave loading **_ Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is...