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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• 2 positions available!
• Temporary opportunities to 26 June 2026
• Full-time roles - 35 hours per week + FlexTime
• Lidcombe location – office based
• Salary ranges from $94,423.00 to $105,016.00 + super + leave loading

Our Science and Insights branch is currently seeking to appoint two Assistant Scientist Analytical Chemistry to join the Environmental Forensics Team.

Join a passionate team of scientists committed to making a real difference in environmental protection! This is your chance to apply your analytical chemistry or environmental forensics expertise to meaningful work that addresses environmental contamination issues.

About the role

As an Assistant Scientist, your primary responsibility will be to deliver analytical chemistry and/or forensics services to environmental programs and projects with a focus on chemical pollutants analysis. Typical projects may involve preparing and analysing environmental samples using a range of advanced analytical instrumentations. You will support and collaborate closely with other scientists within the team to deliver projects required scientific data and advice.

About You

To be successful in these roles, you must have:

• Relevant science degree and knowledge of environmental chemistry and/or environmental forensics.
• Ability to assist in the delivery of rigorous science projects in environmental chemistry and/or environmental forensics.
• Experience with maintaining and troubleshooting advanced analytical chemistry instruments.
• Ability to work in collaboration with team members to deliver customer focused results.

Essential Requirements

• Scientific qualification, knowledge and experience of environmental chemistry and/or analytical chemistry.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Scientist Analytical Chemistry

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.

The Chemical Forensics team, together with the Ecotoxicology team forms the Environmental Forensics Unit. The role of the Environmental Forensics Unit is to investigate pollution incidents, provide expert advice, and conduct research to protect the New South Wales community, economy and environment from the risk posed by current and legacy environmental contaminants.

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, 14 September at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Matthew Thompson-Laing via [email protected] or on 0447 264 846.

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?

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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 545024).

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