Field Supervisor

NSW Government; New South Wales; Remote; AUD 93,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation (employer contribution)

8.5% weekend/public holiday loading

Remote area allowance

Relocation support

Job summary

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service in Bourke seeks a Field Supervisor to lead field operations across about 10 parks within ~950,000 hectares. This hands-on role covers construction and maintenance of visitor facilities, protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage, and operation of plant and equipment in remote locations.

You will work with Rangers and contractors, plan works, manage budgets, and travel for out-of-area fires as required.

Qualifications

• Driver's licence required (Class C) and clean driving record.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Proven supervisory and team leadership experience.
• Budgeting, planning and programming experience.
• Experience with trades and maintenance work.
• Ability to lead fire management crews and travel for fires.
• SafeWork NSW certification; machinery and chainsaw familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations across multiple parks and conservation areas.
• Plan, prioritise and schedule works; coordinate with Rangers and contractors.
• Oversee construction/maintenance of visitor facilities and trails.
• Manage safety, budgeting and administrative records.
• Respond to fires and participate in firefighting duties as needed.

Skills

Driver's licence

Administrative & organisational skills

Supervisory & team leadership

Budgeting & planning

Trades experience

Fire management readiness

Safety certifications

Tools

Machinery operation

Chainsaws

Plant & equipment operation

Financial software

Job description

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

• Field Supervisor (Grade 1-2)
• Two Ongoing full-time roles located in Bourke
• Package includes salary $92,670 - $95,005 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and 8.5% loading for working weekends and public holidays
• Successful candidates may be eligible for additional financial support on top of their salary package. This may include a remote area allowance and additional subsidies such as relocation support

Ready for a role that’s bigger than a job?

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Field Supervisors to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

If you’re the kind of person who thrives on responsibility, loves the outdoors, and can keep multiple moving parts on track — this is your chance to make your mark.

Based in Bourke (a historic outback town on the banks of the Darling River approx. 9 hours’ drive from Sydney and home to approx. 3000 people), you’ll help lead field operations across approx. 10 parks, reserves & conservation areas covering ~950,000 hectares of remarkable landscapes. Expect remote work, long drives, big horizons, and the satisfaction of seeing real results on Country.

As you can see - this is not a desk job

This is a hands‑on leadership role that suits someone used to remote conditions and working along side other staff in the field. There’s travel, time in the field, and practical decision‑making on the run.

The Field Supervisor coordinates and supervises the field team in the delivery of field operations for NPWS. Working closely with the Team Leader Field Operations the role ensures the efficient and safe undertaking of works and maintenance duties across the Area. You will contribute to the planning, prioritisation and scheduling of works and be able to undertake administrative and record keeping duties. This is a hands‑on role which will involve assisting with the construction and maintenance of visitor areas and other infrastructure, protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage sites and the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment.

You must be willing to undertake fire Crew member training and must be willing to attend fires out of the Bourke area as necessary, to attend fire fighting duties for NPWS.

About You

As a supervisor, you’ll be experienced in managing and leading a dynamic team and managing multiple projects concurrently. Strong project management, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills will be key to your success. You will work with Rangers and contractors to ensure the delivery of programs and priority projects. Your collaborative approach and motivation to achieve outcomes will be an asset in this role.

Highly transferable backgrounds welcome!

If you’ve built your career in earthmoving, farming/cropping/grazing, remote station work, heavy industry, civil works, mining or even the ADF, your experience could translate well here.

Essential Requirements

• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.
• Demonstrated administrative and organisational skills and capacity for working with various software programs, including ability to use the Agency’s financial and asset management systems
• Demonstrated well‑developed supervisory and team leadership skills for the implementation of field and operational activities, including the construction and maintenance of walking tracks and park facilities, and pest, plant and animal control.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in cost estimation, budgeting and planning and programming.
• Experience or detailed knowledge of various trades.
• Ability and demonstrated experience to undertake crew leadership in fire management. Ability to travel to out of area fires.
• Relevant SafeWork NSW certification, ability and experience in the operation of machinery, plant and equipment for maintenance/construction work, including chainsaws to basic tree felling standard.

This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW’s most precious natural places.

Applicants must meet the requirements of a specific medical assessment) which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake the fitness test for firefighting fitness roles (ie. moderate level Task‑Based Assessment for Firefighters) within the 12‑month probationary period.

The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties. Notes:

• Successful applicants must pass the following within a probationary period of 12 months: certification as Fire Crew Member; Senior First Aid and 4WD certification.
• Prior to undertaking ground or aerial firefighting and/or incident control duties, the incumbent must obtain, and maintain currency in, appropriate levels of national firefighting competencies and be willing to travel away as necessary to attend fire fighting duties for NPWS.
• All required training and assessments will be provided by the Department.

For more information read the Role Description

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.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in‑house training.

Successful candidates may be eligible for additional financial support on top of their salary package. This may include a remote area allowance and additional subsidies such as relocation support to be paid after being onboarded.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

To Apply

To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close: Tuesday, 17 November 2026 at 11:55pm

For further information about the role please contact Matt Simmons via [e-mail] or 0408 581 582, or Noel Canty via [e-mail] or 0417 250 645.

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 in the Bourke area.

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.

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