Senior Project Officer Coastal

Wollongong - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 January 2027) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience and ranges from $134421 to $148239 super

The Estuaries Team of the Marine Coast Estuary and Flood Branch is seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer for immediate start until 29 January 2027. The Senior Project Officer focuses on developing and implementing policy and program initiatives providing expert advice on complex estuarine and coastal management issues and working collaboratively with teams and stakeholders to achieve integrated state-wide outcomes for communities and the environment.

About You

You are a collaborative and practical estuary professional with strong knowledge of estuary processes and coastal management issues across NSW. You have experience developing and implementing policy and programs working with teams and engaging stakeholders. You provide clear practical advice communicate effectively through reports and briefings and use sound judgement when managing complex or sensitive issues. You are committed to sharing knowledge and delivering effective estuary management outcomes for communities and the environment.

Essential Requirements

Appropriate degree level tertiary qualification in natural resources environmental science engineering marine biology or related disciplines

To be successful in the role you can:

Build strong collaborative relationships across teams regions and stakeholders to deliver coordinated state-wide estuary management outcomes.
Apply sound technical knowledge of estuary processes legislation policy and program design to develop practical evidence-based solutions to complex issues.
Communicate clearly and persuasively through high-quality written materials briefings and stakeholder engagement including on sensitive or controversial matters.
Demonstrate strategic thinking sound judgement and adaptability while managing competing priorities in a complex multi-disciplinary environment.

For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Project Officer Coastal

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: Wednesday 18 February 2026 at 11:55PM.

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Do you want your work to make a difference for NSWWorking to the protect the states environment and heritage.Internal expression of interestTemporary (Up to January 2027) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunityOffice location upon negotiation across NSW hybrid working supportedSalary relative to e...