Senior Project Officer

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• 2-year temporary opportunity with the potential for extension
• Full-time (35 hours per week)
• Located in vibrant Parramatta NSW with hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $138,454 up to $152,686 per annum plus super

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of NSW’s transition to a low carbon future. You will join a high-performing team shaping reforms, policies and programs that support the development of a low carbon liquid fuels industry, strengthen fuel security, reduce emissions, and create new opportunities for regional economic growth and investment.

As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of complex policy and programs including the Renewable Fuel Scheme. In this role, you’ll also work across other related initiatives to strengthen environmental regulation and improve service delivery outcomes.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will provide strategic advice, manage project risks, oversee reporting and evaluation activities, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational priorities.

You will play a key role in identifying emerging issues and opportunities, influencing stakeholders and supporting evidence-based decision-making across a dynamic and evolving policy environment.

• →Lead the development and delivery of policy and programs including the Renewable Fuel Scheme, and related initiatives that strengthen environmental regulation and outcomes.
• →Design and implement strategic and operational plans, frameworks, policies, processes and procedures aligned with organisational priorities.
• →Manage complex, high-profile projects that support NSW Government and DCCEEW priorities.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Todd Settle, Principal Policy Officer, via todd.settle@dcceew.nsw.gov.au  

You are a strategic and solutions-focused project professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys delivering meaningful outcomes. You have strong communications skills and thrive working collaboratively. You can confidently manage competing priorities, navigate sensitive issues and build productive relationships with stakeholders who may hold differing or competing views to achieve shared outcomes.

• Demonstrated experience leading and delivering complex policy and programs, ideally within government, regulatory, policy, environmental or sustainability settings.
• Strong stakeholder engagement including influencing and negotiating skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive outcomes across diverse groups.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, governance, risk and issue management, reporting and evaluation.

You are resilient, adaptable and comfortable operating in environments where priorities can shift quickly. Most importantly, you are motivated by delivering outcomes for the Renewable Fuel Scheme, and related initiatives that support effective environmental regulation and contribute to better environmental and community outcomes in NSW.

• Good understanding of the workings of state government and knowledge of the relevant environmental legislation and regulatory practices for DCCEEW.
• Strong experience in developing and delivering resources and programs for a range of stakeholder groups aimed at building capacity.
• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring stakeholders to achieve program objectives.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer

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.

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 note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

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.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Patereson, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 553020).

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: 09 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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