Marine Park Manager, Solitary Islands Marine Park

• 35 hours per week
• Temporary until 29 January 2027
• Location: Coffs Harbour Jetty
• Clerk Grade 9/10 Salary from $129464.00 plus super and leave loading

About the role

As theMarine Park Manager you will lead a small team to manage operations for the Solitary Islands Marine Park consistent with the requirements of the Marine Estate Management Act 2014 and regulations. This is a special opportunity to play a role in conserving one of NSWs most iconic marine environments while balancing sustainable use and community values.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing operations of the marine park including frontline customer service stakeholder engagement and community education programs.
• Managing environmental assessments marine park permits and consultation requirements within delegatedauthority.
• Managing emerging issues and incidents in partnership with key stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes.
• Ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of marine park assets and equipment including vessels and extensive signage mooring and marker networks.
• Supporting the statutory review of marine park management rules and contributing to the implementation of theMainlandMarine Park Network Management Plan.
• Preparing high-level correspondence briefing notes and executive advice on sensitive marine park issues legislation and policy.
• Acting as the secretariat for the Solitary Islands Marine Park Advisory Committee.
• Liaising with the Australian Government in delivery of operations within the Solitary Islands Marine Park (Commonwealth waters).

About You

To be successful in this role our ideal candidate will have the following:

• You are an experienced professional with a passion for marine conservation and operational leadership.
• Extensive experience in natural resource environmental or protected area management.
• Sound knowledge of contemporary marine and coastal management issues.
• Proven ability to engage and negotiate with First Nations People and diverse stakeholders including community groups commercial operators and government agencies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage a small team and build relationships at senior levels.
• Practical boating experience and boat handling skills including a Coxswains Certificate (or ability to obtain).
• Current Class C manual drivers licence
• Flexibility to travel across NSW and work outside standard hours whenrequired.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and one page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role download a copy of the role description linked below.

Role Description - Clerk 9-10 - Marine Park Manager Marine Operation - Fisheries

If you have any questions about this opportunity please contact NicoleStrehling by email to .

This is an internal EOI opportunity if you have not been comparatively assessed at-grade you may be asked to undergo a Suitability Assessment to assess your capability against the role requirements and focus capabilities.

Closing Date: 11:55pm Friday 24 April 2026

What to expect next

Once you submit your application youll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted you may be invited to an interviewthis could be in person over the phone or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks such as a written assessment skills test or psychometric assessment.

Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check health assessment and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist.

Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information
Diversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible welcoming and free from barriers.