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

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

Help deliver innovative programs that drive circular economy, sustainability and net zero outcomes across NSW

- Internal Expressions of Interest - Environment Officer Class 10
- Temporary role up to end August 2027 - full-time at 35 hours per week
- Located in Parramatta with hybrid working supported
- Salary ranges from $138,454 to $152,686 pa plus super

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Officer to join the Choose Circular Markets team within the Business and Industry Decarbonisation division. The Choose Circular program is enabling NSW’s transition to a circular economy by empowering government agencies to make sustainable choices.

In this role you will have the opportunity to lead the design and delivery of projects that support circular economy, sustainability and net zero outcomes across government and industry sectors.

Opportunities include

- Design and delivery of projects that support suppliers to provide sustainable product choices to government.
- Delivery of projects that support NSW Government agencies to increase procurement of recycled material and implement circular procurement practices.
- Provision of circular economy advice to priority government strategies and policies.

As a Senior Project Officer, you will:
- Build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders across government and industry sectors.
- Manage project development, delivery, governance, resources, budgets, risks and reporting requirements to ensure successful outcomes.
- Oversee monitoring, research and evaluation activities to drive continuous improvement and evidence-based decision making.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sara-Rose, Manager Choose Circular Markets, via [email protected] or 02 9995 5377.

About You





You are a strategic and adaptable project professional with strong experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders. You can balance competing priorities while maintaining a focus on delivering quality outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Sound knowledge of the operational requirements for successful delivery of circular economy, sustainability and/or net zero emissions programs.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong project management skills, including governance, planning, risk management, budgeting and reporting.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple project streams and interdependencies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to interpret information and develop evidence-based recommendations.

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer Programs

Who we are The NSW 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 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.

The Department’s Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability (ECCS) Group leads strategic policy, programs and major initiatives on climate change, renewable energy, energy reliability and affordability, and environmental sustainability.

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:

- a current employee of NSW Government; and
- an Australian or Recent Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11:55PM.

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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 Abby Unthank, Acting Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 4927 3163 (please mention reference number 553403).

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📌 Senior Project Officer Programs - Choose Circular (Parramatta)
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