Advisor Agriculture

Environmental Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) seeks an Advisor Agriculture to support development applications, major projects and rezonings across NSW. You will deliver evidence-based agricultural advice, analysing land use and environmental data to inform planning outcomes.

You will contribute to technical assessments, reports and governance-aligned processes while engaging with stakeholders and applying continuous improvement in your work.

Qualifications

• Experience analysing complex agricultural, environmental or land use information and translating findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to learn and navigate new systems, tools, methodologies and planning processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to present technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert agricultural assessment advice informing major development and rezoning decisions across NSW.
• Analyse agricultural, environmental and land-use data for technical assessments and reports.
• Contribute to the assessment of development applications and major projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders within governance and QA frameworks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Written and verbal communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Bachelor of Applied Science

Bachelor of Environmental Science

Job description

Shape your world in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies

• Provide expert agricultural assessment advice that informs major development and rezoning decisions across NSW.
• Work on diverse and high-profile planning projects, including State Significant Developments (SSD), State Significant
• Infrastructure (SSI) and State-led rezonings
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Parramatta, Wollongong or Newcastle and other NSW office locations to be considered
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super

Join a team where your agricultural expertise helps influence planning decisions that shape the future of communities, industries and regions across NSW. In this role, you will contribute to the assessment of development applications, major projects and rezoning proposals by providing practical, evidence-based agricultural advice that supports consistent and sustainable planning outcomes.

Working across a varied portfolio of projects, you will analyse agricultural, environmental, land use and related data, contribute to technical assessments and reports, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. You'll have the opportunity to apply your analytical skills, support continuous improvement initiatives and play a key role in delivering high-quality advice within established governance and quality assurance frameworks

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Download File Advisor Agriculture DAS

What you will bring to the role :

• Experience analysing complex agricultural, environmental or land use information and translating findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to ensure accuracy, consistency and quality across multiple projects and technical assessments.
• The ability to learn and confidently navigate new systems, tools, methodologies and planning processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships and contribute to achieving shared outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities, respond to feedback and deliver quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement, professional integrity and evidence-based decision-making.

What is an essential requirement:

• Degree qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience, such as Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Environmental Science.

About Us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Shape your world in a place where you’re valued, included and heard. Applications close Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:55 PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Nat McLean Director Hazards and Advisory on ***************@dphi.nsw.gov.au.

A talent 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.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via ***************@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637*** - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note that 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. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.