Join the Conservation and Heritage Regulator Advisory Board

About The Conservation and Heritage Regulator (CHR) Advisor Board

The Conservation and Heritage Regulator (CHR) Advisory Board has been established as an advisory board within DCCEEW to provide independent insights, expert advice, and guidance to support the successful establishment and operation of the regulator.

The successful establishment and operation of the regulator, includes:

• the effective, efficient, transparent and accountable application of compliance and enforcement measures
• maintaining public confidence in the enforcement of the legislation, and
• providing feedback to help improve the regulator’s operating environment including legislation and policies.

We’re seeking experienced and passionate individuals to help guide the strategic direction of the Conservation and Heritage Regulator. As a board member, you’ll contribute to protecting NSW’s natural and cultural heritage, shaping effective regulation, and supporting conservation programs that deliver real impact. If you have expertise in regulatory operations, environmental science, heritage, law, or community engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Chair and Advisory Board members to work closely with the Deputy Secretary and the Chief Regulatory Officer, the board will play a critical role in advising on CHR’s operating model, governance framework, strategic priorities, and foundational capabilities.

About Conservation Programs, Regulation & Heritage (CPHR)

The CPHR division within the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) plays a vital role in protecting and managing the state’s natural and cultural heritage. It oversees a wide range of conservation initiatives across public and private lands, supports biodiversity through long-term stewardship programs, and ensures compliance with key environmental legislation. Through partnerships with landholders, Aboriginal communities, and local stakeholders, CPHR delivers programs that safeguard threatened species, ecosystems, and culturally significant landscapes.

Position criteria

The Board shall be comprised of;

• up to 5 members who meet the requirements set out within the selection criteria below

up to 2 ex-officio members, being the Deputy Secretary and Chief Regulatory Office

Selection criteria

Selection criteria for members should have relevant expertise and backgrounds in one or more of the following, but is not limited to:

• Regulatory operations and strategy, including in setting regulatory priorities and deciding on compliance strategies
• Regulatory law and policy
• Natural resource management, environmental and/or heritage policy
• First Nations knowledge and engagement
• Public sector governance and reform
• Community and industry stakeholder perspectives; and/or
• Organisational design and transformation.

Renumeration

Remuneration for the board has determined to be:

Chair: $50,000 per annum

Member: $25,000 per annum

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 Sunday, 31st August 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Graeme White [email protected] or on 0433 885 280.

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 producing our reports and recommendations.