Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Senior Project Officer Education role
• Permanent full-time 35 hours per week opportunity
• Parramatta location with Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + super

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer Education in our Education and Engagement team to manage and coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of complex projects relating to policy and regulatory matters to achieve project outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

This role could consist of managing and overseeing all aspects of project planning, development and implementation for a range of projects relating to policy and regulations, developing project plans, and managing budgets to name a few.

About You

You are someone who thrives in establishing and maintaining stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to engage stakeholders and ensure project deliverables are met. You are skilled with ensuring project outcomes are achieved on time and on budget. You will monitor and evaluate all aspects of project implementation, including risk and contingency management, project impact and quality measures, to identify and address issues and achieve project outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience leading, developing and implementing both broad and targeted education programs to affect behaviour change within a community. You will make day to day decisions on your own work, and on project work involving multi-disciplinary teams. You will also provide expert advice, feedback, and authoritative recommendations on system and process improvements. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we would love to hear from you!

Essential Requirements –

• A current NSW Driver's Licence and a willingness to drive to remote locations in support of education team activities which will include multiple overnight stays and occasional weekend work.

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

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.

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 Tuesday 22 July 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Pat Yeates via [email protected].

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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