Temporary Full Time 12 month opportunity
Location: Southern NSW Queanbeyan, Tumut or Albury preferred.
Clerk Grade 7/8, Salary from $116,981 - $129,492 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
Additional benefits:
Varied field-based work across NSW
Opportunity to support sustainable plantation management
Work with industry, community and government stakeholders
Contribute to regulatory practice, policy implementation and continuous improvement
About the Role
As the Plantations Assessment Officer, you will undertake on‐site assessments, audits and investigations of forestry plantations under the Plantations and Reafforestation Act **** and associated Code.
You will assess plantation proposals, prepare reports and recommendations, provide regulatory and compliance advice, and support consistent plantation approval processes across NSW.
Working with plantation owners, industry participants, community stakeholders and government partners, you will provide specialist advice, maintain accurate regulatory documentation and contribute to the improvement of plantation assessment services.
The role involves travel and operating safely in remote locations.
About You
The ideal candidate will have/bring:
Knowledge of the Plantations and Reafforestation Act **** and the associated Code, including their application to plantation assessment and audit processes
Practical experience in one or more of the following areas: forest soil and water, vegetation identification, plantation management, or audit processes and procedures
Experience or proficiency in Geographic Information Systems, preferably Esri ArcMap
Robust analytical skills and the ability to prepare clear reports, recommendations and regulatory documentation




Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide clear technical and regulatory advice
The ability to work independently, travel throughout NSW and operate safely in remote locations
Essential requirements
Tertiary qualification in Forestry, Forest Science, Natural Resource Management or equivalent experience
Current and valid NSW Class C Driver Licence and ability to travel throughout NSW
For further information about the role please contact Graeme White ****** You can also view the role description.
Role Description - Clerk 7-8 - Plantations Assessment Officer - DPI Forestry (2).
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About Us
Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies.
We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
Local Land Services
NSW Resources
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Fisheries and Forestry
Regional Development and Delivery.
With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.




Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Applications close
20th October **** at 11:55pm AEST
Additional Information
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers.
If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format toparticipate, please contact ****** or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks Statement
You may be requiredto undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, healthassessmentand/or other assessments asrequired.
Talent Pool Statement
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.
Disability Confident Recruiter Statement
At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer
We also understand that work is just one part of life.
Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.
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