Project Officer (Roads & Fire Trails)
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Job Summary
- Clerk Grade 7-8
- Salary relative to experience ($113574 - $125720) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Full time temporary role until 30 June 2027
- Located in Dubbo
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.
Join a highly committed and motivated team supporting the delivery of the critical Fire Access and Fire Trail capital upgrade and management program across West Branch.
About the role
NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service owns and manages around 40000 kilometres of roads and trails across more than 890 reserves and 90% of fire-prone land in NSW. Fire trails are critical for fire suppression and hazard reduction work but also provide essential access for conservation programs heritage appreciation visitor experience and connection of remote communities. The priority focus of the Road and Fire Trail (RFT)Network Program is centred on the Fire Access and Fire Trail (FAFT) process. This is a strategic program that ensures fire trail standards in NSW are implemented maintained and reported.
The role offers variety and the opportunity to become a subject matter expert in our Fire Access Fire Trails capital upgrade program. This will include site inspections collection of field data development of scopes of work environmental assessments such as Reviews of Environmental Factors (REFs) Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessments (ACHAs) procurement and contract management stakeholder management site inductions quality assurance project close out and evaluation.
About You
You are a dynamic and creative professional who can communicate ideas with clarity. Skilled at managing conflicting priorities able to continue building and maintaining strong relationships collaborating effectively with stakeholders at all levels. With a keen eye for detail you are confident in identifying and escalating project risks to ensure issues are addressed early and projects stay on track. Ideally you will have relevant experience gained from a similar role.
Knowledge and Experience
Experience in development and delivery of projects including the development of project plans development of scope of works development and monitoring of project timelines budgets and reporting requirements and procurement and contract administration.
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer NPWS Clk Gde 7-8 Role Description
Who we are
DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
- Corporate wellbeing programs including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities including in-house training.
What we do
About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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.
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 Monday 26th January 2026 at 11:55pm
Should you require more information about the role please contact Cally Gardiner Senior Project Officer Roads & Fire Trails West Branchor 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.
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
- Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- How we encourage and support people with disability
- Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.
If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Marie-Claire Bleakley on(please mention reference number 547049).
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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Key Skills
- Customer Service
- NYC
- Building Evacuation
- Safety Directors
- Fire Wardens
- FSD
- Emergency
- Law Enforcement
- Security Staff
- Access Control
- Regular Basis
- Fire Department
- Fire Safety Plan
- Fire Command Station
- Life Safety Systems
