Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.
Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super
Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR)
enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply.
We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve.
Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.
Our team is currently seeking to appoint a
Project Officer
to support Support NRAR's Quality Management System and drives continual improvement in line with ISO **** standards including.
This includes managing assurance activities, monitoring and strengthening quality processes, and working closely with teams across the organisation to embed consistent, effective practices.
Provide project and quality management support by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables meet expectations.
Engage with stakeholders to gather insights, solve issues, and promote best practice.
Offer technical expertise to help deliver projects that improve operational effectiveness and contribute to sustainable, fair, and secure water access across NSW.
Key accountabilities
Deliver a range of project management and support services, including preparing reports and briefs, coordinating resources, developing Teams training sessions, maintaining documentation, and implementing project plans to ensure outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to quality standards in line with agency methodology.
Maintain a Quality Management Systems by conducting quality assurance activities on systems and processes supporting continual improvement.
Prepare and maintain project documentation for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to ensure accessibility of quality information and contribute to the achievement of project outcomes,



and support effective decision making
Identify and interpret relevant statutory provisions and prepare clear procedures for staff to provide clarity in the performance of their role
Engage and communicate with key stakeholders and coordinate working groups, committees and consultations to facilitate exchange of information to implement quality initiatives and best practices
Source, collate and compile data and information to identify emerging issues and track and report on project progress against established milestones and deliverables
Undertake research and analysis, identifying trends and preparing project briefs, to support informed decision-making and planning.
Key challenges
Delivering a range of project management and support services, given tight deadlines, limited resources and the need to manage competing priorities.
Understanding business needs and recommending solutions supported by robust evidence
For more information read the full Role Description:
Project Officer Service and Assurance NRAR.
Who we are
The
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
(DCCEEW) works to protect the state's 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 state's natural setting.
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 Sunday 12th April **** at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Zandra Thompson via
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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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for the recruitment process and the workplace.
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing
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or contacting Amanda Tantzaris on ********** (please mention reference number ******).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our
Aboriginal applicants guide
to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at
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