SLSO NHT Project Officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW; Armidale; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW (DPIRD NSW) – Armidale NSW seeks an experienced Senior Land Services Project Officer to coordinate the Climate Smart Agriculture project across the Northern Tablelands. You will lead project delivery, manage budgets, and build strong stakeholder relationships to ensure successful outcomes.

This temporary full-time role covers multiple locations (Armidale, Inverell, Glen Innes or Tenterfield) and offers a salary band plus super and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects within budgets, timeframes and governance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation capabilities.
• Ability to analyse information and provide evidence-based advice.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities and balancing stakeholder needs.
• Understanding of agriculture or natural resource management is valued.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate delivery of the Climate Smart Agriculture project across the Northern Tablelands region.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, governance requirements and reporting obligations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with landholders, community groups, industry representatives, contractors and government stakeholders.
• Oversee project activities, contractors and service providers to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on project outcomes using established project management and MERI frameworks.
• Provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to support project objectives.
• Facilitate engagement, extension and capacity-building activities that support sustainable farming practices.
• Contribute to Local Land Services strategic priorities and regional outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Project coordination

Communication

Negotiation

Evidence-based advisory

Tools

MERI frameworks

Job description

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW – Armidale NSW

• Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 6 $116,981 - $129,492 + Super & Leave
• Temporary Full-Time Opportunity up to 30 June 2028
• Location: Armidale, Inverell, Glen Innes or Tenterfield

An opportunity exists for an experienced project professional to coordinate and manage the delivery of the Climate Smart Agriculture project across the Northern Tablelands Local Land services region.

Funded through the Australian Government's Natural Heritage Trust, this role will play a key part in supporting sustainable and productive agriculture by working closely with landholders, industry, community groups and partner organisations to deliver project outcomes that improve farm resilience and environmental stewardship.

As the Senior Land Services Project Officer, you will lead project implementation, manage budgets and reporting requirements, coordinate project activities, and build strong stakeholder relationships to ensure successful project delivery.

About the Role

In this role you will:

• Lead and coordinate delivery of the Climate Smart Agriculture project across the Northern Tablelands region.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, governance requirements and reporting obligations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with landholders, community groups, industry representatives, contractors and government stakeholders.
• Oversee project activities, contractors and service providers to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on project outcomes using established project management and MERI frameworks.
• Provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to support project objectives.
• Facilitate engagement, extension and capacity-building activities that support sustainable farming practices.
• Contribute to Local Land Services strategic priorities and regional outcomes.

About You

You are a collaborative and results-focused professional with experience managing complex projects and engaging diverse stakeholders.

You will demonstrate:

• Experience delivering projects within agreed budgets, timeframes and governance frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation capabilities.
• The ability to analyse information and provide sound, evidence-based advice.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities and balancing competing stakeholder needs.
• A commitment to customer service and achieving positive outcomes for landholders and communities.
• An understanding of agriculture, natural resource management, environmental programs or related fields will be highly regarded.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel throughout the region.

Why Join Us?

At Local Land Services you'll be part of an organisation dedicated to supporting regional communities, productive agriculture and healthy landscapes across NSW. You'll work with passionate professionals delivering practical outcomes for landholders while contributing to the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.

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.

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

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

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.