Administrative Support Officer

The Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator Division is seeking to appoint an Administrative Support Officer to provide support to the Governance & Strategy branch. The Administrative Support Officer provides essential business coordination and administration services to support the work of the regulator.

About You

- Highly organised with solid attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experienced in providing high-quality administrative and business support services.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Proficient in coordinating meetings, managing records, and supporting governance and administrative processes.
- Collaborative, proactive and committed to delivering efficient and professional outcomes.
- Passionate about contributing to environmental and biodiversity conservation outcomes for NSW.

Key knowledge and experience:

- Demonstrated experience in office administration.
- Experience in the use of computer-based systems and records management system.
- Knowledge of financial and human resource management procedures, policies and practices.

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.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

Eligibility

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.

Application deadlines and closing date

Applications close Thursday 29 October 2026 at 11:55PM.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Z citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Z citizenship, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

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