
Senior Environmental Planner
6 days ago
- Full-time, Temporary role up to 30 June 2027
- Location: Regional NSW, with preference of proximity to Wagga Wagga, Snowy Mountains, Parkes or Moree
- Clerk grade 9/10 salary starting from $129,464 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.
Overview:
- Deliver expert advice on environmental assessment, planning, and approvals.
- Lead and guide environmental actions and initiatives under Special Activation Precinct Masterplans and Delivery Plans.
- Advocate for strong environmental outcomes for Regional NSW
About the Role
As a Senior Environmental Planner, you will provide high-level technical and strategic environmental advice across planning, assessment, and approvals. You will be guiding environmental initiatives within the delivery of transformative Masterplans and Delivery Plans for regional NSW. This is your opportunity to combine your environmental expertise with innovative thinking to influence meaningful and lasting change.
Key responsibilities but not limited to
- Lead and advocate for strong environmental performance across projects and policies.
- Provide expert guidance on biodiversity, natural resource management, and environmental compliance.
- Advise on evolving environmental legislation, risks, and opportunities.
- Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams (infrastructure, commercial, sustainability) to embed practical environmental solutions.
- Manage consultants and review environmental studies and impact assessments.
- Shape environmental strategies to contribute to and support delivery of RGDC's goals.
What We're Looking For
You bring a deep understanding of NSW planning and environmental legislation, complemented by a talent for turning environmental risks into practical, innovative opportunities through strong collaboration.
With proven experience in advising or delivering infrastructure and regional development projects, you excel at navigating complex stakeholder relationships and influencing practical outcomes at all levels. Above all, you're driven by a genuine passion for creating lasting, positive environmental change within regional communities.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry experience in environmental planning, environmental science, biodiversity assessment, project management, or a related field.
- Current Australian Driver's Licence and the ability and willingness to travel within regional NSW when required.
Why Join Us?
- Work on projects that shape the future of regional NSW
- Flexible work arrangements and genuine work-life balance
- Inclusive, values-driven team culture
- Opportunities for growth, leadership, and innovation
Be a driving force behind environmentally responsible regional development. Apply now and help shape a greener, more sustainable future for NSW.
Apply now and be part of something bigger
When applying you will need to submit a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your experience skills and capabilities that align to the role and a resume.
If you'd like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.
Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Luke Perkins via or
Application Closing Date: Sunday 19 October 2025, 11:55pm
Additional Information
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. The successful applicant in this role will be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
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 require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
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