Executive Assistant

• 2 years full-time Temporary position
• Location: NCR with a preference for Coffs Harbour location
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Clerk Grade 5/6 Salary from $99938 to $110271 plus Super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful welcoming and flexible a workplace where our people feel supported valued and part of our collective success.

About the role

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory planning design delivery and support services.

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Assistant to provide strategic executive and business administration support to the Regional Director North Coast Region of NSW Public Works. This role ensures the effective operation of the office and optimal use of the Directors time and resources.

Beyond traditional support this role assists with business development and client engagement as well as communications marketing and operational efficiencies across the North Coast Region. Your ability to anticipate needs manage priorities and streamline executive functions will be key to success.

Our ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills meticulous attention to detail and the agility to perform under tight deadlines.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management and infrastructure advisory and delivery organisation with flexible working arrangements. We support diversity in our workplace and facilitate the professional development of our people.

Ready to take on a dynamic role that spans directorates where professionalism meets finesse Apply now!

About You

To thrive in this role you will:

• Deliver high-quality executive and administrative support exercising discretion initiative and confidentiality to support the achievement of organisational objectives.
• Prepare and refine key business documents including minutes agendas presentations correspondence reports briefing notes and submissions.
• Manage the Directors time commitments and diary to ensure urgent matters are prioritised and make the most efficient use of resources.
• Build maintain and maximise relationships with staff clients and stakeholders and play an active role in the development of a positive culture.
• Leverage technology and digital tools to enhance productivity across multiple locations and to prepare documentation and presentation material to support the Director and client engagement practices aligned with other directorates and organisational objectives.
• Demonstrate initiative and adaptability balancing priorities in a fast-paced environment with a can do attitude.
• Develop and maintain relationships between the Directors office and key internal and external stakeholders by providing positive and efficient client services.
• Experience or exposure to the infrastructure projects/programs advisory and delivery sectors will be an advantage as well as working in/with NSW state government.
• Hold a current NSW Driver Licence and be willing to travel to regional and remote locations including overnight stays.

If youre a detail-oriented solutions-driven professional ready to make an impact wed love to hear from you!

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) plays a significant role in the development of our state our regions and our infrastructure and associated industries by supporting local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives. We do this by providing: expert advisory services; planning design and delivery management; sustainability asset management and support services. Our work is in the community facilities hospitals dams water treatment plants housing and high schools the real

foundations of prosperous communities. Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring

progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us to engineering the big ideas of the every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities.

Together we are DPIRD.

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture forestry fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils minerals waterways and oceans vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services

• NSW Resources

• Agriculture and Biosecurity

• Fisheries and Forestry

• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5000 employees and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Applying for the role

Apply by submitting a current resume and cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role please click here to view the role description.

Additionally if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Trish Ferreira xxx or call

Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025 at 11:55pm.

Additional Information

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.

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.