Planning Officer

• Planning Officer
• Package includes salary $113,574 p.a. - $125,720 p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Ongoing Full-time Clerk Grade 7-8 role
• Located in Parramatta (location negotiable)

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

About the role

A Planning Officer at NPWS plays a key role in preparing clear, engaging, and policy-aligned plans and strategies for the management of national parks. Their work supports conservation outcomes while enabling appropriate and environmentally sustainable recreation and public access. They collaborate with Aboriginal organisations, boards of management, and joint management committees to ensure plans respect and protect Aboriginal cultural values. The role involves efficiently preparing and reviewing plans of management under the NPW Act, addressing contentious park management issues through skilful plan design and engagement processes, and contributing to statutory processes for plan adoption and amendment. Planning Officers also engage with communities, liaise with advisory bodies, assess threats to park values, and provide timely, well-researched advice to support effective and inclusive park management.

About you

Your passion for environment, community, a proficiency in project management, strong attention to detail and a well-developed knowledge of planning and assessment, will be key to your success in this role.

You'll be adept in providing and translating high level advice and information to various stakeholder groups on environmental considerations relating to construction and infrastructure works, support project reviews to update status, risk and emerging environmental or project related issues.

Essential requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in a similar working environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of the subject matter including contemporary issues, best practise, relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
• Current Australian Class C Driver's license or equivalent.

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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.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

Should you require further information about the role please contact; Kate Jobling, Manager Planning & assessments via or

Applications close: Sunday November 2nd 2025 at 11:55pm

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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