Senior Forestry Officer
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions
12-month temporary part-time role (3 days p/wk)
Located in Orange/Dubbo NSW
Salary starting from $113574pa super
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Summary
Local Land Services (LLS) has an exciting opportunity to join the Farm Forestry team as a Senior Forestry Officer. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about forest health natural resource management and supporting landholders to deliver sustainable landscape outcomes.
About the Role
In this role you will be:
Assessing Private Native Forestry applications and forest management plans
Providing high-quality advice and extension services to landholders industry and community groups
Leading forest health and productivity projects aligned with LLS objectives
Facilitating partnerships and collaboration to resolve complex forest management issues
Supporting implementation of relevant legislation including the Local Land Services Act 2013 and Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016
Managing and mentoring small project teams to deliver targeted outcomes.
For more information on this role you can download the Role Description.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need:
A degree in Forest Science (Forestry) or equivalent industry experience
Demonstrated experience in forest management stakeholder engagement and project delivery
Strong understanding of relevant legislation policy and procedures
Excellent communication and analytical skills with the ability to provide balanced technical advice
Experience in leading teams and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment
A current NSW driver licence combined with the willingness and ability to travel across the Central Tablelands area of NSW.
Applying is Easy!
All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume (max 4 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for this position. Please seek support from your manager prior to submitting your application.
EOI Closing Date: Thursday 16October 2025 @ 11:55pm
Want more information Just contact Simon Lovell Manager Extension Services at .
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.
This is an internal EOI opportunity open to DRNSW / LLS staff only.
Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
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