Local recruitment: Senior Coast & Estuaries Officer

Government of New South Wales

New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺

Organisation / Entity:Biodiversity Conservation and Science
Job category:Environmental
Job location:Central & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Port Macquarie & Mid-North CoastCentral & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Lismore & Far North Coast
Job reference number:538207
Work type:Full-Time
Total remuneration package:Environment Officer Class 10
Closing date:15/09/2024 – 11:55 PM

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

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

  • Senior coastal, estuaries and catchment management role
  • Permanent full-time opportunity
  • Coffs Harbour, Alstonville or by negotiation within the North East Region
  • Salary relative to experience and ranges from $125,487 to $138,386 + Super

About the role

Exciting opportunity to support the Water, Floodplains and Coast team in the Regional Delivery Division (North East). The team drive the development and implementation of coastal zone, catchment and flood risk management initiatives, and provide key technical advice and guidance to local government, internal and external stakeholders for delivery of the NSW Coastal Management Framework, Marine Estate Management Strategy and Floodplain Management Program.

About You

 Information about the person you are looking for

Key knowledge and experience:

  • Demonstrated senior level knowledge and experience in delivering coastal zone and catchment management programs, studies and plans, and projects targeted at management of coastal hazards and ecosystem health in collaboration with local councils and state agencies to ensure policies, programs and legislative requirements are interpreted and implemented consistently.
  • Knowledge and experience in resolving issues and pursuing opportunities for the improved management of diffuse source water pollution in coastal catchments including development of governance and funding opportunities, and building and maintaining positive and trusting relationships with key stakeholders and Traditional Owners.
  • Demonstrated senior level experience in negotiating acceptable outcomes when dealing with government authorities, stakeholders and community groups on issues which may be complex, contentious, and of considerable social and political significance.

Essential requirements:

  • Appropriate degree level tertiary qualifications in natural resources, environmental science, engineering, marine biology or related discipline.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Coast and Estuaries Officer

For more information from LinkedIn hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website.

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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

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, 15 September 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ben Fitzgibbon ben.fitzgibbon@environment.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 8289 6318.

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?

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on 0482 646 348 (please mention reference number 538207).

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 


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