Project Officer Regional Support

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to the protect the states environment and heritage.

• Internal expression of interest
• Temporary up to 20 February 2026 full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• All NSW Locations considered upon application hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $109102 to $120542 super

About the role
The Koala Strategy team (Threatened Species and Ecosystems Branch) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a Project Officer Regional Support this role you will support coordination and delivery of koala habitat restoration projects and other conservation actions under the NSW Koala Strategy. This is an exciting time to join the Koala Program with the role moving to the new Landscape and Statewide Species Management team in January and the opportunity to help deliver key state-wide conservation initiatives for the koala and other landscape species and ecosystems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting collection management and integration of habitat restoration datasets across data capture and storage platforms (ALA Survey123 ArcGIS Excel)
• Undertaking restoration and spatial data entry extraction analysis and compliance checks
• Designing and developing resources and communication materials to support best practice
• Providing support to reporting procurement and contract management as required

About You
You will bring experience in project management be proficient with technology and managing large datasets and have strong organisational skills that enable you to assist senior officers in planning coordinating and delivering multiple projects. You are a proactive and collaborative professional who works effectively under the guidance of supervisors seeking input and referring complex issues to specialist staff as required. You have the ability to review regional or branch issues and provide practical innovative recommendations aligned with DCCEEW policies and addition you will have experience in working on biodiversity conservation projects to support the delivery of tangible environmental outcomes.

Essential Requirements

• A science technology or engineering degree or a degree in a relevant discipline.

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

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.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close 7 December 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jemima Connell Acting Team Leader Koala Habitat via or.

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