Administration Support Officer

the original; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 91,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Salary + Super

Job summary

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) in NSW invites applications for an Administration Support Officer within the Governance & Strategy branch. The role is an ongoing full-time position (35 hours per week) with hybrid work options, based in Parramatta or NSW offices.

Salary ranges from $90,648 to $101,076 plus Super, depending on experience. As an Administration Support Officer you will provide essential business coordination and administrative services,

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration.
• Experience with computer-based systems and records management.
• Knowledge of financial and human resources procedures, policies and practices.
• Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential business coordination and administrative services to support the Governance & Strategy branch.
• Support governance and administrative processes and meetings coordination.
• Maintain records and contribute to efficient and professional outcomes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative support

Stakeholder engagement

Meetings coordination

Records management

Governance processes

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Environmental conservation

Tools

Records management system

Computer-based systems

Job description

Job Description

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

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity (35 hours per week), Environment Officer Class 4
• Parramatta or NSW office location negotiable, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $90,648 to $101,076+ Super

The Biodiversity and Heritage Regulator Division is seeking to appoint an Administration 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 strong 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.

For more information read the full Role Description: RD - Admin Support Officer

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 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.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. 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.

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

Should you require further information about the role please contact Divya Patel via [e-mail]

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.

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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