Manager Reserve Establishment Plan

• Manager, Reserve Establishment Plan
• Package includes Clerk Grade 11-12 salary $149,739 p.a. - $173,174 p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation
• Temporary full-time role up to 31 December 2026
• Located in Mount Colah

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

About the role

The National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Manager, Reserve Establishment Plan to manage the development and delivery of large scale complex multiple projects to support the achievement of NSW Government and corporate outcomes. The role involves planning, scoping, resourcing, stakeholder consultation and key milestone reporting within a defined program of work. The Manager, Reserve Establishment Plan will ensure completion of defined projects within agreed timeframes, quality standards, at or below budget, in compliance with project management best practice standards.

The Manager, Reserve Establishment Plan will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing strategies and tools for the continuous monitoring and evaluation of projects, including risk and contingency management.

Key duties include leading and motivating multidisciplinary project teams to establish and maintain a culture of teamwork, achievement, accountability and outcomes focus to support the achievement of projects.

About you

You are an experienced leader with a proven ability to guide and connect teams toward achieving complex project objectives. You thrive in dynamic environments, balancing competing priorities while fostering collaboration and accountability. You are skilled at motivating diverse teams, building a culture of achievement and engaging stakeholders to deliver strategic outcomes. You are confident in setting priorities, making operational decisions, and exercising delegated authority to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. You are able to see the big picture, identify interdependencies, and develop innovative solutions to environmental and community challenges. You are comfortable interpreting environmental data, applying spatial analysis and translating complex insights into practical actions. You demonstrate integrity, collaboration and a commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of work.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent, relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience along with strong organisational skills to plan, manage and deliver multiple projects on time and within resources.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of financial, governance and risk management standards and practices associated with project management.

To view the Role Description: Manager Reserve Establishment Plan NPWS Clerk Grade 11-12

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

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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How to apply

Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close: Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact; Trish Harrup, Executive Director,

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 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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