Senior Project Officer

• Temporary full-time (up to 30 June 2026) opportunity (with possibility of extension).
• Based in Wollongong.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + employer's contribution to superannuation.

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

About the role

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

We are looking for a highly motivated project manager with the initiative, ability and desire to work in a small, dynamic and productive team. Previous achievement in delivering visitor infrastructure or construction projects within a natural setting or those with remote area logistic challenges will be highly regarded. An understanding of environmental impact assessment processes and public sector knowledge is desirable. .

The Senior Project Officer will have a focus on supporting the delivery of major projects in the South Coast Branch including the Illawarra Mountain Bike project.

About You

As a Senior Project Officer, you will have a passion for achieving outcomes in a changing and diverse work environment. You will be responsible for obtaining planning approvals, managing stakeholder engagement, running procurements, budget management, contract and staff supervision and delivering capital improvement works within required deadlines and to quality standards. Strong attention to detail for governance across safety, cultural heritage, environment and project management will be key to your success in this role.

Your passion for leading and developing teams will be an asset to the Branch in delivering a complex range of projects. You'll be adept in providing high level specialist advice and information to stakeholders on emerging project issues and to support project development and delivery in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy environmental objectives and project priorities. You will have the ability to undertake procurement and contract management, including contractor supervision of works projects and monitoring of project plans across the project lifecycle.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent, relevant professional experience.
• Project management skills and experience with an understanding of contemporary best practice in procurement, tendering and contract preparation, in managing project teams, consultants and contractors, and in applying environmental safety and risk management policies and systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing strategic plans, policies and programs, and in providing strategic and operational advice and recommendations to senior management.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer

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