Project Officer, Standards and Metrics

NSW Government; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued days off in addition to Annual

Fitness Passport

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

NSW Government (Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water) is seeking a Project Officer, Standards and Metrics in Parramatta. You will manage data systems, generate insights, and support reporting to enable informed decision-making for conservation programs.

The role requires data analysis, reporting, and information management experience, with strong stakeholder engagement and attention to regulatory compliance. Location is negotiable for a Parramatta base.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, reporting and information management.
• Experience with databases and business systems.
• Experience with spatial data and GIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain systems for data and reporting, providing insights.
• Support program reporting, briefings, and stakeholder communications.
• Provide system support and user guidance to NPWS staff.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Information management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in project management

Tools

GIS

Job description

• Project Officer, Standards and Metrics (Clerk Grade 7/8)
• Temporary (up to 30 June 2028) full-time opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta - 4PSQ (location negotiable)
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + employer's contribution to superannuation

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a unique opportunity for a Project Officer, Standards and Metrics to work as part of the Conservation Programs team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

As a Project Officer, Standards and Metrics, you'll help drive effective feral animal management programs by ensuring critical data is accurate, accessible and meaningful. You'll maintain and enhance key information systems, analyse data to generate insights, develop reporting tools and spatial databases, and support informed decision-making across the organisation.

Working closely with operational teams across NPWS, you'll provide system support and training, contribute to program reporting and briefings, and help ensure programs are delivered safely, effectively and in line with legislative and compliance requirements. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, systems and stakeholders to deliver real environmental outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring experience in data analysis, reporting and information management, with the ability to interpret data and provide clear, actionable insights. You will have experience working with databases and business systems, strong attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality reports and written communications.

You will also demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement skills, experience providing system support or user guidance, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with spatial data, GIS applications, or environmental and natural resource management programs will be highly regarded.

Knowledge and experience

• Experience in development and delivery of projects, including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.

For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer, Standards and Metrics and Statement of Works.

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.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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Applications close: Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Grant via [e-mail] or on 0409 321 383.

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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