Assessment Officer Land Acquisitions

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

• Temporary Full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity for 2 years
• Located in Parramatta NSW hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $99938 pa to $110271 pa plus superannuation

Were looking for an Assessment Officer to join our team and play a key role in delivering highquality outcomes for the NSW electricity network.

In this role youll support electricity network projects through research analysis assessment reporting and administration all while keeping project plans on track and stakeholders informed.

What Youll Do

As our Assessment Officer you will:

• Assess application materials relating to land acquisition applications.
• Provide project and operational support ensuring key milestones deliverables and budgets remain on track.
• Maintain and update documentation records and project materials to support compliance with project methodology.
• Conduct basic research and analysis to contribute to project briefs and support informed decisionmaking.
• Work closely with the program team to complete tasks and implement project plans for successful project outcomes.
• Engage with stakeholders providing clear updates on project progress and implementation matters.
• Deliver a range of administrative and secretariat services including coordinating meetings workshops and preparing papers.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ashleigh Killingly Senior Project & Policy Officer Lands via

About You

You are an organised detailfocused professional who enjoys supporting projects endtoend. Youre confident assessing detailed information escalating issues managing competing priorities and keeping tasks moving efficiently.

You bring experience reviewing application documentation supporting project delivery maintaining accurate records and conducting basic research to inform project briefs.

You work well with others to implement plans solve problems and provide adaptable support across related teams including coordinating meetings and preparing papers.

Youll thrive in this role if you enjoy managing multiple deadlines take pride in highquality work and can balance competing demands while staying aligned with project goals.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in undertaking assessments and providing project management and operational support.
• Demonstrated experience in or knowledge of land tenure matters preferred.

For more information read the full Role Description: Role Description - Assessment Officer (Land Acquisition)

Why Youll Love Working with Us

Youll be joining a supportive team where your contribution directly impacts the success of important projects. This is an excellent opportunity to build your project support skills broaden your experience and grow your career in a collaborative environment.

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.

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 note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close Monday 6th April 2026 (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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If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Amanda Paterson Talent Acquisition Specialist on(please mention reference number548449).

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