Job Summary

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

This is a temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity until December 2027. It is located in vibrant Parramatta, with hybrid working supported.

Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,936 to $113,579 pa plus super.

What you’ll be doing

- Assessing application materials and land documentation relating to land acquisition proposals.
- Liaising with applicants and key stakeholders to support land acquisition matters.
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation in line with project management and regulatory governance requirements.
- Undertaking research and analysis to support recommendations, planning and informed decision-making.
- Monitoring project milestones, deliverables and reporting requirements to support successful outcomes.
- Preparing correspondence, briefs, reports and project documentation.
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues and support project implementation.
- Contributing to process and project management improvements to support deliverables.

About You

- Experience or knowledge in land tenure, land management, land acquisition or transactions, property planning, conveyancing or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to assess complex information accurately.
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience providing project, program or administrative support.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes individually and as part of a team.

Essential Requirements

- Demonstrated experience in undertaking assessments and providing project management and operational support.
- Demonstrated experience in or knowledge of land tenure matters preferred.

Additional Information





For more information read the full Role Description: Assessment Officer (Land Acquisition).

If you require further information about the role please contact Ashleigh Killingly, Senior Project & Policy Officer Lands via [email protected].

Who we are

The 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 workplace, 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 are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone.

Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Eligibility

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.

Application Deadline

Applications close Thursday 12th November 2026 (11:55PM).

Recruitment Pool

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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📌 Assessment Officer Land Acquisitions (Parramatta)
🏢 Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
📍 Parramatta