Senior Policy Officer, Natural Resources And Mines, Manufacturing And Regional And Rural Development

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Senior Policy Officer (AO5) within Vegetation Policy, Land Policy and Strategy, Lands Division to support the vegetation management framework.

The role involves coordinating vegetation management systems, delivering policy research, and supporting front-line staff with operational guidance. You will engage stakeholders, manage multiple tasks, and contribute to reports and briefings in a dynamic government environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate management of vegetation management systems and identify issues in data and processes.
• Document improvements, assist with testing and implementation activities.
• Provide operational support to front-line staff and advise on operational policy matters.
• Analyse vegetation management data and trends; assist in preparing reports, briefing notes, and presentations.
• Prepare correspondence and engage with stakeholders to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Job description

As a Senior Policy Officer (AO5) within Vegetation Policy, Land Policy and Strategy, Lands Division, you will contribute to the delivery of operational policy and system-based services that support Queensland's vegetation management framework.

Working within a small, collaborative team, you will help deliver projects, undertake research and analysis, and provide support for vegetation management systems, statutory mapping, and land and soil management initiatives.

In this role, you will coordinate the management of vegetation management systems by identifying issues, documenting improvements, assisting with testing and supporting implementation activities. You will provide operational support to front-line staff, contribute to advice on operational policy matters, analyse vegetation management data and trends, and assist in preparing reports, briefing notes, presentations and correspondence. The role also requires effective stakeholder engagement, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Success in this role will come from your ability to apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills, communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, manage multiple tasks and contribute to practical solutions that improve business processes and service delivery. Experience in systems management, mapping data interpretation and knowledge of Queensland's vegetation management framework will be highly regarded.

Why work for us?
The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information,

We offer:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Senior Policy Officer, Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development • Rockhampton, Australia