Temp full time until June 2027
Location: Cobar, NSW
Salary commencing from $97,027.00 per annum + super
See the impact on your community!
As the Land Services Officer, Land Management, you will work closely with rural land managers to provide advice on the management of native vegetation in an agricultural setting in Western NSW. You will undertake both desktop & field assessments to investigate the interaction of activities with threatened species, Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and more.
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We’re looking for people to join the team – people who are passionate about rural land management and are keen to make a difference by working with landholders to deliver land management outcomes.
To be successful in the role you will need:
Previous relevant experience and/or qualifications in Land Management, Natural Resource Management and/or Agriculture,
Ability to provide timely, accurate advice to our customers and to interpret legislation,
Knowledge of native vegetation and sustainable agricultural practices relating to land management,
The ability and willingness to travel to perform field work such as inspections and assessments in remote locations,
Demonstrated interest in native vegetation management and/or agricultural productivity projects,
A genuine interest in natural resource management and rural industries.
Ability to work from one of the specified locations and undertake field-based work as required.
Questions
For questions about Western LLS, please contact Caitlin Maher, Team Leader Land Management – Western by phone or email, 040 713 825 / caitlin.maher@lls.nsw.gov.au
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Applying is easy!
Simply submit a copy of your resume (max. 3 pages) and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) via the online portal below.
Please detail your relevant skills/experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for the role of Land Services Officer.
Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday, 10 August 2025
Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.
How about a few little extras? This is an amazing opportunity to secure a role with the NSW Government. We are offering a generous salary and development/ progression opportunities. You may also be entitled to additional recreation leave, annual leave loading and other benefits dependent on location. We can also offer special rates at the local gym, salary packaging options (pay less tax!) and a comfortable country lifestyle.
Want Flexible Working Arrangements? We have you covered – we are one of the NSW Government’s first accredited Family Friendly Workplaces and we are committed to improving work life wellbeing, inclusion and equity outcomes for families. Though this is a front-line position, we can offer a late start or early finish arrangement, chat with us and we can help you achieve the delicate balance needed to thrive and not just survive.
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au, contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion or make a note in your application.
Additional Information:
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.