Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.
The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) as part of the Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager to join our Regional Delivery team.
About the role
We have recently expanded our workforce to include a brand new role designed to lead a small team that provides strategic leadership and coordination to the delivery of our operations across six BCT Regional Delivery teams. These teams comprise of our front-line workers delivering our conservation programs to our landholders and partners across NSW. You will oversee delivery of high priority projects customer service and engagement and operational planning that drives consistency improved performance achievement of our Business plan and enhanced customer service.
This is your chance to play a vital leadership role with real influence - your work will strategically shape how biodiversity is protected forever and private landholders are supported to do so.
What youll be driving:
About You
Youre a strategic thinker and experienced leader familiar with conservation management. You bring a strong track record in leading multi-disciplinary staff and communicating with success. You have experience in sustainable and reliable operational delivery effective collaboration performance improvement and customer experience. Youre confident overseeing complex projects and budgets leading teams and projects and you thrive in collaborative environments.
Essential Requirements:
For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Manager Regional Delivery
Who we are
The New South Wales Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) is a not-for-profit statutory body established under Part 10 of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and managed by a Board appointed by the Minister for the Environment.
The Trusts roles are to support and encourage landholders to enter into agreements to conserve and protect biodiversity on private land guided by the governments Biodiversity Conservation Investment Strategy; secure biodiversity offsets when developers choose to pay into the Biodiversity Conservation Fund; and other activities that promote greater awareness of appreciation and understanding of biodiversity and the importance of conserving it.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS) and the BCTs private land conservation (PLC) programs
The successful applicant for this role will be required to declare any conflict of interests related to the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme as defined in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Conflict of Interests Protocol. This ensures the department is made aware of potential conflicts of interest so they can be appropriately managed.
Where an applicant has a high-risk defined interest in the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme they may be required to divest this interest before being employed by the department.
If you think you might have a conflict of interest related to the scheme or you are unsure please discuss this with the hiring manager.
The Department is committed to protecting the public interest and public trust in the exercise of its functions. These values together with transparency and accountability are integral to the administration of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme. For more information please contact the hiring manager.
The BCT also has restrictions on staff participation in its funded PLC programs. No additional funding beyond that already agreed to by the BCT may be sought or approved during time as a BCT employee or for a 12-month period following termination of employment.
If you (or a close family member) participate in the BOS scheme or already hold a funded agreement with the BCT and require further information before submitting your application please contact the hiring manager.
What we can offer you
The BCT is a great place to expand yourcareerand grow your skills and knowledge. Here are some of our benefits:
To Apply
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 7th December 2025 at 11:55PM.
Please note that the Department will be closed from Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Sunday 11 January 2026. During the Department closure the Talent Acquisition Team will take annual leave and no recruitment actions will take place. Recruitment for this position will recommence from Monday 12 January 2026.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Mick OFlynn via or on
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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing or contacting Lila Snow on(please mention reference number 546623 ).
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 for a yarn.
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Required Experience:
Senior Manager