Projects Support Officer

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

• Temporary full time until 20 June 2027 creation of talent pool
• Parramatta/and other NSW locations considered with flexible working supported
• Clerk Grade 5/6 offering salary relative to experience and ranges from $99938 to $110271 super

At the heart of the New South Wales (NSW) planning system the Planning Group takes centre stage. Driven by the NSW Governments unwavering commitment to tackle the critical housing issue we provide essential support and strategic guidance.

The Planning Land Use Strategy Housing and Infrastructure (PLUSHI) team are the driving force behind the Departments strategic planning policy rezoning and infrastructure projects all aimed at making New South Wales a better place to live.

The role

Our Projects Support Officers undertake a range of project research analysis reporting implementation and administrative activities to support the development and delivery of projects in line with established project plans and objectives.

Provide a range of project management and support services including preparation of reports and briefs maintaining project documentation and implementing and monitoring project plans to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time on budget and assist with the coordination collation and presentation of technical and policy advice from across the Department other government agencies and councils.

You will bring an understanding and knowledge of Government public administration processes governance protocols and reporting requirements and ability to deliver a range of project management and support services given tight deadlines and maintain strong and effective working relationships and consistent systems and procedures.

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

Whats in it for me

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.

About us

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

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.

Applications close Sunday 9 November 2025 at (11:55PM)

Should you require further information about the role please contact Dakshata Sharma email

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.

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.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustmentsthat may be needed during recruitment process (including an alternate format of the application form) ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.

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