Principal Project Officer

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Principal Project Officer Stewardship Support Program (Environment Officer Class 11)
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Office location is Parramatta/Wollongong/Queanbeyan/Newcastle – Other Regional location or Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $144,018 to $158,718 + super

Our team is currently seeking to appoint a Principal Project Officer Stewardship Support Program to lead a small team with the primary responsibility for the delivery of biodiversity stewardship assessments to improve the supply of biodiversity credits in the Biodiversity Offset Scheme.

The role involves leading and reviewing biodiversity assessments to ensure they meet high standards of the method whilst working closely with staff, landholders and other stakeholders to ensure the establishment of practical and effective stewardship agreements.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will be an experienced accredited assessor with experience in biodiversity assessments and restoration management. You have good project management skills and enjoy developing and supporting a collaborative, capable and efficient team of ecologists. You will love the opportunity to put your BAM experience to work to deliver practical and long-term private land conservation outcomes.

Key knowledge and experience

• Extensive experience in planning, implementing and managing ecological field survey teams and programs to achieve priority objectives.
• Substantial experience in the application of the Biodiversity Assessment Method.
• Proven ability in influencing stakeholders to act and deliver agreed outcomes.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications
• Current Driver's License
• Willing and able to assist with ecological fieldwork which involves travel
• Knowledge and experience in application of the BAM and BAM accreditation.
• Knowledge of ecological restoration and management relevant to preparation of BSSARs, BSA management plans and TFDs

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Project Officer Stewardship Support Program

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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member's) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close: Monday, 15 September 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Justin Williams, via or call on

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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