Field Officer 1-4 (Aboriginal Targeted)

• Field Officer Grade 1-4 (Aboriginal Targeted)
• Ongoing full-time 35 hours per week opportunity
• Based at the Bents Basin State Conservation Area (Southwest Sydney – approx. 36 km’s south of Penrith)
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $60,629 pa to $80,886 pa + 17% loading for working weekends and public holidays & employer's contribution to superannuation.

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Field Officer to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Medium Rigid (MR) Licence and operate MR vehicles, if required.
• Obtain a Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Recovery Certification (Statement of Attainment) within 6 months of commencement as arranged by NPWS with compliant providers.
• First Aid certificate obtained within 6 months of commencement.
• Obtain General Construction Induction card (White Card) within 6 months from commencement.
• Certification (Statement of Attainment) to operate a chainsaw to level 1 crosscut standard obtained within 12 months from commencement.

• Applicants must meet the requirements of a firefighting medical during the recruitment process and 1-3 yearly thereafter, which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake frontline firefighting roles.
• Following commencement in a firefighting role, Field Officers must pass the task-based physical fitness assessment to a moderate level within their first 12 months of employment and annually thereafter.
• Ability to carry out frontline firefighting duties and support roles including obtain and maintain NPWS certification as a crew member, within the first 12 months of their employment.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Field Officer NPWS Grade FO 1-4 RD

Read the Field Officer Recruitment Guide for more information on the Field Officer classification and competency system- Field Officer Recruitment Guide (2026)

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.

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service 

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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.  

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Nathan O’Maley via Nathan.OMaley@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0419 753 783.

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. 

• 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 dcceew.ta@dpie.npws.gov.au or contacting Jodi Arthur on jodi.arthur@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 02 6360 9015 (please mention reference number 551791).  

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 27 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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