Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
Our Conservation Programs Division seeks to appoint 3 Senior Environmental Water Management and Conservation Officers to shape the future of NSW’s rivers, wetlands and floodplains. Each role focuses on a specific geographic area: Lower Murray, NSW Border Rivers/Namoi-Peel, and Hunter regions.
In this senior position, you will drive the design and delivery of environmental water, protecting and restoring vital ecosystems across the state. You will combine strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, leading planning, management and reporting activities, providing trusted expert advice to inform key water management decisions, input to monitoring programs and managing complex, high‑profile projects from concept through to completion.
Working in a dynamic and often complex environment, you will build and strengthen partnerships across government, industry and communities, influence outcomes and lead a small team to deliver meaningful conservation results aligned with legislation, policy and best practice.
You are an experienced environmental professional with demonstrated expertise in environmental water, river or wetland management. You bring a deep understanding of water policy, legislation and conservation frameworks, along with a proven ability to manage projects and competing priorities.
You are a confident communicator and collaborator, able to translate technical information for diverse audiences and influence outcomes across a range of stakeholders. You also have demonstrated leadership capability, with experience guiding and developing teams.
To apply, submit your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. 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.
Applications close 28 May 2026 at 11:55 PM.
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.
Our goal is to build a workforce that represents 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.