Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Based at Centennial Parklands and Parramatta offices, with hybrid work arrangements available
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + super

The role
Are you ready to work with a small, innovative Environment and Sustainability team to lead a whole-of-agency shift toward genuine sustainability, drive net zero outcomes, implement nature positive strategies and innovate for new solutions to managing Sydney’s iconic parkland estates?

This is your unique opportunity to take sustainability initiatives from strategy to implementation, to shape the direction of Greater Sydney Parklands and the parklands estate. It’s a hands-on leadership role that blends policy with practical outcomes across more than 6,000 hectares of iconic estates.

Supported by a strong corporate culture, you can have a big impact, build diverse skills and not just develop the strategy but deliver on outcomes. You’ll work across the agency—from visitor services, operations, design and capital works, events, marketing, sports, heritage, and business services to embed Net Zero and climate adaptation principles in everyday operations.

You’ll be influencing stakeholders, juggling competing priorities, and keeping us ahead of industry benchmarks and government targets. This role is perfect for a big-picture thinker who knows how to get things done, loves the challenge of a diverse workplace and thrives on delivering on ground.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager, Environment and Sustainability

What you will bring to the role

• Extensive expertise in environmental sustainability, with a sound understanding of NSW Government sustainability policies, climate change initiatives, and biodiversity management.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver impactful strategies, policies and plans—from scoping and consultation through to implementation and review.
• Strong project and procurement management skills, with experience working across teams and with contractors to influence outcomes and drive delivery.
• Confidence in managing data and reporting frameworks to track and communicate sustainability outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work independently, build trust, and collaborate across a diverse and fast-paced organisation.
• A self-starter mindset with the flexibility, creativity, and resilience to shape and lead new initiatives in a small, hands-on team managing a large and complex estate.

What is an essential requirement:

• Degree qualification or higher qualification in sustainability, environmental science or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience.
• Current Australian driver’s license and ability to travel to and attend work at any site within the GSP portfolio.

About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

What’s in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Join us
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 3rd August 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact David Kirkland on [email protected] or 02 9895 7553.

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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via [email protected] or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.