Fisheries & Aquatic Advisor — Flexible Work

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job share options

Workplace adjustments

Affinity groups

Job summary

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) invites applications for an Advisor, Fisheries to provide expert assessments of fisheries and aquatic habitats that inform planning decisions across NSW.

You will deliver practical, evidence-based advice on diverse projects and work with planning and technical specialists while engaging stakeholders and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of fisheries, aquatic habitats and environmental systems across marine, estuarine and freshwater environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to assess technical information and develop practical recommendations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide fisheries and aquatic habitat assessments to inform planning and development decisions across NSW.
• Prepare assessment reports in collaboration with planning and technical specialists; engage with stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and evidence-based advice for sustainable outcomes.

Skills

Fisheries knowledge

Aquatic habitats

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology/Estuaries)

Job description

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) invites applications for an Advisor, Fisheries to provide expert assessments of fisheries and aquatic habitats that inform planning decisions across NSW.

You will deliver practical, evidence-based advice on diverse projects and work with planning and technical specialists while engaging stakeholders and driving continuous improvement initiatives.