Manager Area

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Manager Area, Clerk Grade 11/12
• Ongoing Full-time role available
• Package includes salary $149,739 to $173,174, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Located in Anna Bay, Port Stephens NSW

Key leadership role with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, delivering conservation programs, visitor services and infrastructure management as well as leading a large team and working with diverse stakeholders, especially the Worimi Conservation Land Board, across national parks and reserves in the Hunter Coast Area.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity to lead a diverse and committed team to contribute towards the conservation of natural and cultural heritage in the Hunter Coast Area and Aboriginal joint management operations associated with the Worimi Conservation Lands.

This pivotal and rewarding role is responsible for translating conservation and park management strategies into operational outcomes. As one of five Area Managers working closely with the Hunter Central Coast Branch Director you'll be integral in helping to lead the protection and conservation of some of the most precious national parks in NSW.

Key program areas managed by the role include:

• visitor services and management
• environmental assessment and conservation planning
• threatened species conservation
• Aboriginal joint management and cultural heritage protection
• asset management
• historic heritage conservation
• community and stakeholder engagement
• finance management
• systems management

About You

We are looking for an experienced strategic, relatable leader with a strong collaborative nature and operational acumen, to successfully lead a large and diverse team, including field staff, rangers, administration, and visitor services staff. You will be a highly skilled communicator, who can effectively lead change and deliver high performance in a fast-paced and often reactive environment.

Essential Requirements -

• Extensive experience managing diverse and multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced, dynamic and changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver a diverse range of park management operations and visitor services aligned to strategic organisational outcomes and competence in incident management planning and control.
• Extensive experience and proven ability to exercise sound judgement in working in a senior function including the provision of advice on management of various issues and provision of high level support.
• Proven ability to work in collaboration with local communities and key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Aboriginal communities to deliver cultural and environmental outcomes; and/or demonstrated ability in working with Aboriginal boards and committees under joint management arrangements.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

For more information read the full Role Description:
Manager Area
and
Statement of Work

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 - Sunday 9
th
of November 2025 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Kylie Yeend on or

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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