- Project Officer
- 3 x Temporary full-time Clerk grade 7-8 opportunities up to 30 June 2027
- Newcastle location
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $110,266 to $122,058 plus Super
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
About the role
National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for 3 Project Officers to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage with a focus on construction and Infrtasure works to repair damaged assets post flood event.
As the Project Officer, you will support the Assets and Infrastructure teams with the delivery of projects intended to replace damaged assets post major flood event, build resilience against future natural disasters (flooding and fire), with a focus on roads, bridges, landslips, drainage and associated road transport infrastructure, as well as visitor assets such as walking tracks.
As a Project Officer you will manage and coordinate projects across the Hunter Central Coast Branch for the development, implementation and evaluation of diverse and complex infrastructure projects, ensuring completion within required deadlines and quality standards. You will be required to consult with internal agency stakeholders, seek and apply technical information, undertake procurement actions, manage a range of contract types and manage projects throughout the project management lifecycle and provide information for updating Asset Management systems and projects are within approvals, relevant standards and policies and NPWS legislation and policies.
About You
We are looking for a dynamic Project Officer with excellent project management skills, experience in managing contracts and procurement process, asset construction or civil experience, data management and good communication skills. As Project Officer you will be comfortable undertaking lead as part on multiple projects at a time, have good time management, written and verbal communications skills with willingness to travel throughout the Branch to NPWS reserves.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project
management.
- Experience in development and delivery of infrastructure projects, including the development of project plans, scopes, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration and project management reports.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
What we do
About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Visit a park
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 11.55pm Sunday 3 August 2025
Should you require further information about the role please contact Rachel Kempers, Principal Project Officer at [email protected]
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 Graeme Ellis on 0437 236 477 (please mention reference number 544044.
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
Find us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube and LinkedIn.
