Senior Project Officer (Flood Recovery)

• Clerk Grade 9-10
• Package includes base salary $125,693-$138,510, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Full time temporary role until 15 January 2027
• Griffith location

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

Play a vital role in managing this high priority restoration project rebuilding important National Parks infrastructure and assets impacted by flood damage.

About the role

In 2022 the Riverina area was impacted by multiple widespread flood events damaging National Parks infrastructure and fixed assets. National Parks and Wildlife Service has a rewarding career opportunity for a Senior Project Officer to work as part of the team leading the Flood Recovery restoration project for the Riverina region. The role is responsible for managing the diverse project and contract management, including developing detailed project plans, budgets, identifying resource requirements and managing stakeholder consultations. You’ll also oversee the preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation and procurement. Reporting to the Area Manager, you’ll have the support of a Project Officer, Ranger and various contractors to ensure you meet key milestones within desired timeframes and within budget.

About You

Ideally you will have a strong track record gained from a similar restoration project role applying legislation for protected area management, contract management, Occupational Health and Safety, construction standards and environmental planning to civil works projects. It is essential you are comfortable dealing with wide range of stakeholders and have superior negotiation and communication skills both written and verbal.

Essential Role 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.

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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

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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: Thursday 30th January 2025 at 11.55pm

For more information about the role please contact Tim O’Kelly, Area Manager, Riverina, West Branch, NPWS on phone 0400 258 232 or Tim.Okelly@environment.nsw.gov.au

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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