Coordination & Planning Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

• Play a key role in driving divisional performance and continuous improvement at the heart of the Office of the Executive Director.
• Ongoing Full-Time opportunity
• Office location Parramatta; flexible/hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $115817 - $130667 pa plus super

Our Energy Infrastructure team (EID) is currently seeking to appoint a Coordination and Planning Officer to support divisional performance and continuous improvement.

About The Role

This role is responsible for managing and coordinating a range of business and executive support services ensuring the efficient functioning of the office and the seamless execution of high-level priorities.

The role supports coordination within the Executive Directors Unit ensuring resources priorities and timelines are effectively aligned to meet divisional objectives. It plays a key role in supporting the timely delivery of and responses to key initiatives ministerial priorities and emerging work programs by providing strategic coordination oversight and reporting.

The role proactively identifies monitors and addresses emerging issues risks and interdependencies that may impact divisional performance or delivery. It works collaboratively across the Division and the broader Energy Climate Change and Sustainability (ECCS) group to strengthen communication improve end-to-end processes and promote greater consistency in approaches and outputs.

Through strong stakeholder engagement and a focus on continuous improvement the role contributes to enhancing operational effectiveness governance and the overall customer experience.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Hyacinth Lee Senior Divisional Coordinator via .

About You

To be successful in the Coordination & Planning Officer role you will have proven experience providing high-level executive support preferably at senior executive level along with strong skills in business administration project coordination and stakeholder engagement. Your highly collaborative outcomes-focused approach will see you work effectively across teams and with key internal and external stakeholders to manage priorities respond proactively to emerging issues and resolve challenges.

Your excellent communication skills sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential. A strong attention to detail a collaborative mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement will see you succeed in this role.

You will have extensive experience coordinating executive briefings and managing correspondence including the preparation of high-quality written materials submissions and responses to Ministerial and Parliamentary requests. This includes the ability to synthesise information from multiple stakeholders ensure alignment with policy and organisational priorities and deliver clear well-structured advice to senior leadership.

You will demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement using data feedback and best practice to enhance processes strengthen governance and support the achievement of divisional and organisational objectives.

For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Coordination and Planning Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) work to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean 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 sust

ainable 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.

To Apply

If this sounds like an excellent fit to you 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 Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 11:55PM.

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.

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