Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial plantation and native forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the environmental, economic, and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are focused on empowering our people to use their creativity, authenticity and innovative thinking to be the champions of change now and into the future. That is why no matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and so we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.


Location is flexible - across NSW

Why grow your career with Forestry Corporation of NSW:
At Forestry Corporation of NSW, our values are at the heart of everything that we do. We hope you share our values of:

1. Wellbeing: Everyone home, injury free, everyday
2. Respect: We care for country, community, and ourselves
3. Integrity: We are honest and accountable
4. Innovation: We challenge ourselves to think differently, be bold and continuously improve

The Opportunity:
This is your chance to step into a pivotal role that ensures our quarry operations remain safe, sustainable and fully compliant with all regulatory and environmental standards. As our Quarries Compliance Specialist, you’ll bring your expert knowledge and collaborative style to drive excellence across multiple quarries. You’ll lead compliance practices and shape how we operate in alignment with legislative and environmental obligations.

You’ll work closely with quarry management, regulators and operational teams to embed a culture of accountability and continuous improvement - helping to protect our people, our environment and our license to operate.

About you:
You're compliance-savvy, confident in your technical knowledge and comfortable guiding both regulators and operational teams. You enjoy getting on the ground to understand how things work and proactively address risks before they escalate.

What we can offer you:
• A role with impact - your work directly supports safer, more sustainable quarry operations that serve communities across NSW
• Flexible location
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Work-life balance – enjoy flexible work options and a supportive environment that understands you have a life outside of work
• Professional development – access to training, mentoring and hands-on experience across compliance, operations and
• A values-led culture – work with a team that genuinely cares about safety, the environment and each other
• The right tools for the job – vehicle access, mobile tools and systems that support efficient, effective fieldwork
• Competitive salary package and benefits

We would love you to have/be:
• Tertiary qualifications in quarry management, health & safety management, geology, or a related field - or significant quarry management experience
• Quarry Practising Certificate (essential)
• A strong understanding of quarry operations, regulations and environmental management practices
• Demonstrated experience in high-risk environments with a strong safety focus
• Proven ability to influence diverse stakeholders including contractors, regulatory agencies and senior leaders
• Incident investigation and reporting experience
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to simplify the complex and bring others on the journey

Why Join Us?
This is a role with impact. You’ll be at the centre of keeping people safe, protecting the environment and supporting critical operations. You’ll work across beautiful regional quarry sites with a team that values trust, respect and doing things the right way. If you're looking for a chance to shape practices, lead with purpose and grow your career in compliance and operational leadership - this is it.

For further information about the role please contact Kurt Clark, HSW Manager on: 0499 889 912

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APPLICATIONS CLOSE: SUNDAY 31 AUGUST 2025 @ 11:59PM AEST


Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a Drug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA).
For roles requiring, the successful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditions and the ability to be physically active in uneven or steep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment which may preclude candidates high risk conditions from being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.