Senior Project Officer

Clerk Grade 9-10 Package includes base salary $129,464 - $142,665 plus employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Ongoing full‑time role Located at Armidale or Narrabri (other NPWS locations within Northern Inland Branch by negotiation) Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Working to protect the state's environment and heritage. Play an important role in the delivery of high‑profile asset and infrastructure projects for the Northern Inland Branch of National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). About the role As a Senior Project Officer within the Asset & Infrastructure team you will be relied upon to coordinate a geographically dispersed project team responsible for planning approvals, stakeholder engagement, procurement, contract supervision and delivering on‑ground capital works within required deadlines and quality standards. This role presents an ideal opportunity to manage a wide range of project responsibilities including: Preparing scopes of work and programs for the renewal or repair of visitor or operational infrastructure buildings and structures and heritage assets. Managing all stages of project design from concept development through to final documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, heritage guidelines and stakeholder requirements. Preparing Mini Minor Works (MMW), Minor Works (MW21) and NSW Government GC21 General Conditions of Contract (GC21) tender documents. Creating work orders and purchase requisitions, goods receipting, work order partial completion and capital project close. Oversight of construction works, ensuring compliance with environmental and WHS requirements. Undertaking Take 5s and contractor WHS inductions. Preparing content for progress reports and stakeholder communication. The position will involve occasional travel (fully supported) to remote locations and towns within the Northern Inland Branch – an incredibly diverse branch that encompasses approximately 23% of the state stretching from the eastern escarpment of the Great Dividing Range to the remote channel country of the Bulloo Overflow in the west. About you Your passion for your community and environment, coupled with strong attention to detail and proficiency in project management, will be key to your success in this role. To be successful you will have: Experience working with government agencies, project managers, engineering disciplines and varied construction contractors. Experience providing high‑level specialist advice and information to stakeholders on emerging project issues to support project development and delivery in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy and environmental objectives. The ability to lead project teams on procurement and contract management, including contractor supervision of remote works projects requiring regular travel throughout the region. Experience delivering projects within a natural resource setting, including a working knowledge of GIS systems, data management and analysis skills. Essential requirements Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent relevant professional experience. Project management skills and experience with an understanding of contemporary best practice in procurement, tendering, contract preparation, managing project teams, consultants and contractors and applying environmental, safety and risk management policies and systems. Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing strategic plans, policies and programs, and in providing strategic and operational advice and recommendations to senior management. To view the Role Description: Senior Project Officer NPWS Clk Gde 9-10 Role Description. To view the Statement of Works: Senior Project Officer (NIB Assets) Statement of Works. 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. To Apply If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close: Friday 26 September 2025 at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact Dirk Richards, Principal Project Officer, Northern Inland Branch. 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. Looking for more information or assistance in applying Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. How we encourage and support people with disability. Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Marie‑Claire Bleakley. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team. #J-18808-Ljbffr