Senior Land Services Officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW in Dubbo/NSW is seeking a Senior Land Services Officer – Regional Programs Coordinator to manage on-ground projects across TSR and invasive species teams. You will coordinate plans, engage stakeholders, and ensure delivery within regulatory frameworks.

The role requires strong communication, GIS familiarity or willingness to develop GIS skills, and the ability to travel across NSW.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with stakeholders and staff.
• Familiarity with GIS or ability to quickly develop GIS skills.
• Experience coordinating on-ground projects and programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate TSR and Regional Pest Animal/Invasive Species programs.
• Develop and monitor Annual Delivery Plan activities, budgeting, and reporting.
• Collaborate with statewide advisory groups and staff on statewide programs.
• Engage with community groups and government partners for opportunities and support.
• Ensure activities comply with Local Land Services Act2013 and Biosecurity Act 2015.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation framework for TSR and pest management.

Skills

Communication

GIS

Project management

Budgeting

Contract management

Monitoring & evaluation

Driver licence

Travel

Job description

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW – Dubbo NSW

• Location: Dubbo or negotiable within the Central West LLS Region
• Salary starting from $116,981pa + super
• Accelerate your career without leaving town
  

The role of Senior Land Services Officer - Regional Programs Coordinator with the Central West Local Land Service is responsible for the coordination of on-ground projects and support for staff implementing funded programs, working across both the Travelling Stock Reserve (TSR) and Invasive Species units. This role will see you have a blend of practical on-ground and outdoor experience as well as stakeholder engagement and the development and coordination of plans and procedures.

To Do This You Will:

• Work with TSR and Invasive Species teams to implement the TSR Plan of Management and Regional Strategic Pest Animal Management Plan.
• Work with the teams and stakeholders to develop and implement Annual Delivery Plan activities, including prioritising on-ground works, budgeting, contract management, monitoring and reporting.
• Work with Statewide Advisory Groups and local staff to contribute to and implement statewide programs.
• Engage with community groups, Local Land Service customers and other government departments to identify opportunities for management including providing and implementing best practice advice and support to our customers and stakeholders.
• Implement on-ground activities in line with legislative requirements including the Local Land Services Act2013 and the Biosecurity Act 2015.
• Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework to capture and improve outcomes of TSR and pest animal management.
• Develop plans and procedures to be used at the regional level and respond to correspondenceand requests for information from internal and external stakeholders.

About You:

To be successful you’ll need to be someone who has great communication skills and can successfully deliver projects and programs.

You’ll have strong computer literacy, including the ability to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or the ability to develop GIS skills.

Experience and/or knowledge in monitoring an evaluation is also desirable as well as your ability to multitask and coordinate projects on time, within scope and on budget.

A current NSW driver licence combined with the willingness and ability to travel across NSW (including overnight stays) is also required.

For more information you can download therole description. To learn more about the role, please contact Bree Agar on 0418 119*** or *********@lls.nsw.gov.au.

Recruitment Adjustments

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to ***************@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

About Us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 13th September 2026 at 11.55pm