Park Planning Officer

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

• Help Shape the Great Koala National Park
• Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 June 2029
• Office location - Coffs Harbour preferred however other NPWS/DCCEEW office locations across NSW also considered by negotiation; Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $113K pa to $125K pa super

The Great Koala National Park represents one of the most significant conservation commitments in NSWs history - an ambitious new protected area designed to secure vital koala habitat enhance biodiversity and create sustainable naturebased recreation opportunities for generations to come.

As a Park Planning Officer with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service youll help design how this new park is established managed and experienced.

About the Role

In this role you will:

• Prepare plans and strategies under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 that guide longterm conservation sustainable visitor access and integrated park management across a large complex landscape.
• Work closely with Aboriginal advisory groups communities experts and statutory bodies to integrate cultural ecological and social values into planning.
• Support project milestones risk management and statutory processes for developing plans of management.
• Help identify park values assess threats and develop practical evidencebased planning responses for a large complex landscape.

About You

You are a strategic thinker who can see both the landscapescale picture and the onground realities. You enjoy working in complex environments and have the planning capability to develop robust practical strategies that deliver longterm conservation and community outcomes.

What truly sets you apart is your ability to connect. You engage and collaborate respectfully with communities and Aboriginal groups and bring an inclusive thoughtful approach to stakeholder engagement - particularly in a landscape with high community interest and public visibility. You understand the cultural ecological social and economic values of protected areas - and youre driven to protect and enhance them.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the subject matter including contemporary issues best practise relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
• Current Australian Class C Driver Licence (or equivalent).

Please Note: This role requires regular travel and overnight stays across NSW.

Ready to Make a Lasting Impact

If youre passionate about protecting the places people love motivated by the chance to contribute to something enduring and want your work to make a difference at scale wed love to hear from you!

For more information read the fullRole Description.

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works 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 energy.

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

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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 Sunday 22 February 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Barry Hayden Manager Planning and Assessment 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.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Jodi Arthur Talent Acquisition Specialist via or on(please mention reference number 547650).

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