Temporary Strategic Marine Planning Manager

Department of Regional NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Regional locations option

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is seeking a Manager, Marine Planning to help shape NSW’s marine estate. You’ll lead the day‑to‑day management of aquatic reserves, deliver projects, and coordinate with agencies, councils and communities.

Ideal candidates are organised project professionals with strong communication, stakeholder engagement and the ability to balance competing priorities while delivering quality work on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to prepare reports, briefs and presentations for diverse audiences
• Strong written and verbal communication to turn feedback into insights

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of aquatic reserves and deliver planning projects
• Coordinate with government agencies, councils and communities
• Prepare project plans, briefs and reports; respond to enquiries and monitor progress

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Clear communication

Analytical thinking

Job description

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is seeking a Manager, Marine Planning to help shape NSW’s marine estate. You’ll lead the day‑to‑day management of aquatic reserves, deliver projects, and coordinate with agencies, councils and communities.

Ideal candidates are organised project professionals with strong communication, stakeholder engagement and the ability to balance competing priorities while delivering quality work on time and within budget.