Senior Advisory Officer

• Temporary full time until 30 June 2026
• Clerk Grade 9/10 Salary range $129464pa - $142665pa super
• Location Maitland preferred however all DPIRD office locations will also be considered
• Internal EOI opportunity open to DPIRD employees

About the Role

Within this role you will provide technical and regulatory advice to the resources industry government agencies and within DPIRD to ensure compliance with mining and planning related legislation Departmental processes and Key Performance Indicators.

The role also provides advice to explorers proponents of mining development projects agencies and councils including critical minerals and high-tech metals the development and implementation of systems and processes that connect industry with the Department and other agencies you will enable efficient and effective engagement across the NSW Government.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and provide technical input on state-significant infrastructure and integrated development applications
• Evaluate exploration and mining proposals including complex issues to support informed decision-making
• Deliver expert advice to ensure assessments align with statutory requirements and departmental policies
• Support the Mine Development Panel process enabling early-stage discussions with project proponents
• Contribute to policy processes and guidance materials to support legislative compliance
• Engage with stakeholders to promote best-practice systems and processes
• Analyse large datasets to produce accurate actionable insights
• Coach and mentor team members to maintain high-quality assessments and advice

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in planning environmental science geology or mining engineering and/or extensive experience at a senior level providing advice on planning or regulatory framework matters
• Knowledge of mining planning and environment legislation and the NSW resources industry
• Expertise and experience in the evaluation of exploration and mining proposals and complex issues providing analysis and informed advice to support effective decision making
• Advanced stakeholder and case management skills to contribute to ongoing consultations to support implementation of best practice systems and processes.

For further information about the role please contact Robert Hodgkins via or. Alternatively you can view the role description.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity please apply with a (ideally no more than one-page) expression of interest outlining your suitability and interest in this role with your current resume (ideally no more than three pages).

Please seek support from your current Supervisor / Manager prior to submitting your application to ensure your availability.

Application Closing Date: Monday 9th February 2025 at 11.55pm

Recruitment Adjustments

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Please note:
Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory for all roles within NSW Resources and is a condition of engagement.