Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to the protect the state’s environment and heritage.

- Internal expression of interest
- Temporary until 30 Sep 2026
- Statewide Office location, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $97,256.00 to $108,166.00 plus super

Our Biodiversity Licensing and Programs team is currently seeking to appoint an Assistant Project Officer to support assessment of impacts to biodiversity and work across a diverse portfolio of projects that contribute to regulation of activities that may harm native species and habitat. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and organised professional to play a key role in supporting, licence application assessment, project planning, coordination, reporting and stakeholder engagement within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

About You

As an Assistant Project Officer, you will provide project and operational support across a range of initiatives, including monitoring project milestones, maintaining project documentation, undertaking research and analysis, preparing reports and briefings, and coordinating meetings and governance activities. Working within a collaborative and supportive team environment, you will partner with internal stakeholders and contribute to projects that deliver meaningful environmental and community outcomes across NSW.

- Demonstrated professionalism, integrity and accountability, with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes in line with public sector values.

Key knowledge and experience

- Experience providing high-quality administrative, project or program support within a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.




- Demonstrated experience supporting the delivery of projects or programs, including monitoring progress, maintaining documentation and coordinating project activities.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather information, identify key issues and contribute to project briefs, reports and recommendations.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality across project records, reporting and administrative processes.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and prepare clear, concise documentation.
- Solid interpersonal skills and a team-oriented approach, with the ability to build productive working relationships and contribute positively to team outcomes.
- Understanding of contemporary project management principles and practices, with an ability to support project planning, implementation and reporting activities.
- Strong digital literacy and confidence using a range of business systems, technology and collaboration tools to support efficient project delivery.
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused mindset, with the initiative to identify issues, recommend improvements and contribute to continuous improvement outcomes.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Project Officer

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)





Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

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 20 August 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Oehlman via [email protected] or on 02 9995 5395.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Corinne Forsyth on 02 8229 2951 (please mention reference number 552187). 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 [email protected] for a yarn.

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