Project Officer Marine Programs

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 119,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking a Project Officer for the Marine Programs to deliver conservation initiatives across NSW. The role coordinates stakeholder engagement, conducts research, and supports project delivery to enhance NSW’s marine biodiversity.

Based in Parramatta with hybrid work, you will work with scientists, stakeholders and partners to drive impactful environmental outcomes and strengthen program delivery across state‑wide marine

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in science or a relevant natural resource discipline, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Current Australian driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout the state.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver projects that support NSW marine biodiversity and conservation.
• Undertake research and analysis to inform evidence‑based decisions.
• Manage project activities and monitor performance against plan.
• Support decision making with timely reports and data.
• Collaborate with government agencies, researchers, industry representatives and community partners.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Research and analysis

Education

Science or natural resources degree

Job description

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Help Shape the Future of NSW's Marine Life
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity, up to 30 June 2029
• Parramatta office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,292 pa to $134,587 pa + super

Our Marine Programs team is seeking to appoint a Project Officer - Marine Programs to help deliver innovative conservation initiatives that protect and enhance NSW’s unique marine environments. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Seabirds to Seascapes program and a range of priority marine species and ecosystem projects that support the long-term health and resilience of our marine estate. As a Project Officer, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering projects that make a tangible difference to biodiversity conservation across NSW. Working alongside passionate scientists, project specialists and stakeholders, you will undertake research and analysis, manage project activities, monitor performance, and support evidence-based decision making. You'll collaborate with government agencies, researchers, industry representatives and community partners, building strong relationships that help drive positive environmental outcomes. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, values collaboration and thrives in an environment where no two days are the same. You will join a highly engaged and supportive team with a shared commitment to protecting marine ecosystems and species. The team fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and knowledge sharing, providing opportunities to broaden your skills while contributing to projects of state-wide significance. Whether you are coordinating stakeholder engagement activities, preparing project reports, identifying emerging conservation issues or helping shape program delivery approaches, you will have the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on NSW's natural environment.

About You

You are an organised and proactive project professional with experience delivering projects or programs in marine estate management, biodiversity conservation, natural resource management or a related field. You bring strong project management skills, an analytical mindset and the ability to interpret and communicate complex information to a range of audiences. Your experience enables you to balance competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring quality outcomes are achieved within agreed timeframes.

Equally important is your ability to build positive and productive relationships with diverse stakeholders. You are a confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively, bringing people together to achieve shared goals and conservation outcomes. Adaptable and solutions-focused, you remain resilient in changing environments and are motivated by meaningful work that contributes to the protection of NSW's marine biodiversity.

With qualifications in science, environmental management, natural resources or a related discipline, you will be excited by the opportunity to contribute to some of the state's most important marine conservation programs while continuing to grow your professional career.

Essential Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in science, a relevant natural resource discipline and/or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Current Australian driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required.

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer Marine Programs

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.

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.

Applications close 4 October 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Coral Latella, Principal Policy Officer - Marine Programs on 0468 404 150 or [e-mail].

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.

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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