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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Permanent ongoing opportunity
• Full-time role - 35 hours per week + FlexTime
• South Coast NSW office locations - hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $125,693.00 to $138,510.00 + super + leave loading

Our South Coast Major Infrastructure Delivery unit is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer - Infrastructure Delivery to lead the planning and delivery of capital works across visitor and operational infrastructure within the South Coast of NSW national parks. Managing programs valued at up to $6 million, you will deliver upgrades to walking tracks, lookouts, campgrounds and amenities, as well as depots, carparks, staff facilities and housing.

In this role, you will oversee procurement, contract management and stakeholder engagement, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards. You will also lead a team of 4 – 6 project staff, supporting their performance and guiding them through the successful delivery of projects across geographically dispersed sites.

About You

You are an experienced project manager with a background in infrastructure delivery and a strong understanding of procurement, contract administration and construction processes. You thrive in dynamic environments, balancing multiple priorities and leading teams to deliver high-impact outcomes in regional and remote settings.

You bring:

• Proven experience managing infrastructure projects across the full lifecycle, including procurement, delivery and close-out
• Strong knowledge of tendering, contract preparation and environmental, safety and risk management standards
• Experience working with consultants, engineers, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead, support and monitor performance of 4–6 direct reports
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Confidence managing geographically dispersed projects and resolving issues across multiple sites
• Willingness and ability to travel within the region for regular site visits and fieldwork (1-2 times per month)
• A drivers licence

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, please read full Role Description: Senior Project Officer - Infrastructure Delivery

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.

We offer:

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave

• Flexible Working Arrangement including working from home and flexible hours

• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport

• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
  

Check out what we do - About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service and Visit a park.

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, 9 July at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jean-Pierre Issaverdis via [email protected] or on 0499 588 941.

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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DCCEEW is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 543363).

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