- Environmental Planning Officer - Hunter
- Package includes salary $110,266 p.a. - $122,958 p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Temporary Full-time Clerk Grade 7-8 role up until 30 June 2026
- Located in Newcastle (location negotiable)
Do you want to 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 an Environmental Planning Officer to support the delivery of the infrastructure projects, in the Hunter Central Coast (Newcastle) branch.
As the Environmental Planning Officer, you will support the Assets and Infrastructure team 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.
This position will be responsible for supporting the team on the environmental approvals’ pathway for specific projects, preparing environmental assessments, liaising with operational staff including Rangers and environmental contractors, and supporting Project Officers through the construction process for environmental auditing and ensuring environmental conditions of approval are meet. The role may also be required to advise on Historic Heritage, Aboriginal Heritage, Fisheries or other approval pathways where relevant.
The role will be required to prepare Review of Environmental Factors (REFs), advise on conditions and mitigation measures, prepare determination notices, review consultant REFs and documentations, and supporting projects to comply with approval notices consistent with NPWS legislation and policies. The role will need to have skills in mapping and use of a range of databasis.
You will l be required to liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth delivery of projects as relates to the environmental (including aboriginal, including project reporting, monitoring of project budgets, resourcing, stakeholder engagement, contract administration, and procurement.
About you
Your passion for environment, community, a proficiency in project management, strong attention to detail and a well-developed knowledge of environment planning and assessment, will be key to your success in this role.
You'll be adept in providing and translating high level advice and information to various stakeholder groups on environmental considerations relating to construction and infrastructure works, support project reviews to update status, risk and emerging environmental or project related issues. The role will work closely with infrastructure Project Officers to ensure delivery of projects in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy and environmental objectives.
Essential requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in Environmental planning and assessment and environmental management.
- Experience in project management.
- Current Australian driver’s licence
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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.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
What we do
About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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Hunter Central Coast Branch Overview
How to apply
Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
Should you require further information about the role please contact; Rachel Kempers, Principal Project Officer, Hunter Central Coast Branch, 0400472648 [email protected]
Applications close: Sunday 10 August 2025 at 11.55pm
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling 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.
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