Training Officer

• Training Officer (Incident Management) – Clerk Grade 7/8
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Located in Parramatta (negotiable)
• Package includes base salary from $113,574 to $125,720, employer's contribution to superannuation

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Training Officer to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

The Training Officer (Incident Management) is responsible for the delivery of accredited and non-accredited training programs aligned with the Australasian Inter-Service Incident Management System (AIIMS) structure, including functional roles such as Incident Controller, Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Public Information. This role ensures high-quality facilitation of learning, manages student assessments, and oversees Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) processes to support workforce capability in fire and incident response.

About you

You are an experienced training professional with deep knowledge of the AIIMS framework and its application across incident management roles. You design and deliver engaging, inclusive training that meets the diverse needs of adult learners, using contemporary facilitation techniques. You're skilled in managing assessments and RPL processes, ensuring they are fair, transparent, and aligned with national standards. You bring excellent communication, coaching, and feedback skills, along with a commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for empowering others through learning.

Essential requirements

• TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) or higher-level TAE qualification
• Currency in the qualifications being trained and/or assessed with demonstrated experience in field operations for an emergency and/or land management agency.
• A current Australian driver's license

Please note: This role requires the ability to travel to support training delivery in regional locations.

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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.

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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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: Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact, Alex McFadden on or via email at

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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