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 31 December 2026
- Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $112,375 to $124,158 + super

Our Biodiversity & Heritage Regulator team is currently seeking to appoint a Project Officer H5N1.

The Project Officer supports the DCCEEW Avian Influenza (H5 bird flu) Coordination Team to deliver wildlife preparedness and response activities for H5 bird flu in NSW. The role contributes to project delivery, preparedness planning, stakeholder engagement, data management, spatial mapping and analysis, and other tasks related to H5 bird flu response.

About You

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental science, ecology, geography, natural resource management, GIS, or a related scientific discipline.
- Demonstrated experience using GIS software and managing large environmental and spatial datasets.
- Solid capability in computer-based mapping and spatial analysis, particularly relating to biodiversity, environmental or conservation data.
- Experience supporting projects through planning, coordination, reporting, documentation and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and research into practical recommendations.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within tight timeframes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, briefs and technical information for diverse audiences.
- A collaborative team player who builds positive stakeholder relationships and contributes to a supportive team culture.

Key knowledge and experience

- Relevant scientific qualifications.

Ideal Candidate

- Strong project coordination and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience working with data,



spreadsheets and/or spatial information.
- Strong written communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Interest or experience in biodiversity conservation, wildlife health, emergency management or biosecurity is desirable.
- Specific knowledge of H5 bird flu is NOT required

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer H5N1 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 3 September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Duane March via [email protected] or on 02 6650 7199.

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 Kaushal Dhawaj on 02 9995 5307 (please mention reference number 552712). 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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📌 Project Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 DCCEEW NSW
📍 New South Wales