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

• Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR)
• Talent Pool recruitment for future Permanent & Temporary opportunities
• Office location Dubbo, Tamworth, Albury or Deniliquin
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $97,027 to $107,059 + super

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is currently seeking to build a talent pool for expected future permanent and temporary Senior Field Officer roles.

Water brings communities together; keeps industries moving and sustains life. It has significant cultural and environmental value with an estimated market value of more than $29 billion in NSW. When it's taken unlawfully, we lose more than just the water.

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.

About You

The Senior Field Officer undertakes field property inspections, including in remote areas, to determine the likelihood of compliance with water legislation. The role has responsibility to assist with training of new employees, as well as monitoring and participation in the updating of internal systems to increase efficiency.

Other components of the Senior Field Officer include:

• Provide timely, accurate information and general guidance to landholders in relation to compliance
• Prepare and/or contribute to timely and accurate reports, and correspondence relevant to compliance monitoring activities
• Maintain accurate and timely records in systems to support the effective operation and reporting of compliance activities
• Assist the updating of internal systems and monitor existing internal systems to ensure operational functionality and efficiency

Essential Requirements

• Appointment is subject to the satisfactory participation in mandatory pre-employment probity screening.
• Commitment and willingness to undertake high levels of travel to remote areas and safely undertake field work requirements of the role.
• Current NSW Driver Licence

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Field 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.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and 1 or 2 page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 3 August 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jack Larkings via [email protected]. [SF1]

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Ty Brennock on 0409 231 515 (please mention reference number 544102).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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