Environmental Liaison Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

• Environmental Liaison Officer
• Part‑time (0.6
  
  FTE job‑share)
• Temporary to December 2026
• Office location – Preferred Location is Manly or Mosman, NSW
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 (pro‑rata for 0.6
  
  FTE part‑time) plus superannuation and leave loading

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for an Environmental Liaison Officer to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, historic heritage and Aboriginal heritage at the Quarantine Station in Sydney Harbour National Park.

As an Environmental Liaison Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating environmental planning and assessment, including ensuring conditions of approval are understood and implemented for the Quarantine Station. The role promotes awareness, understanding and appreciation of nature conservation, cultural heritage and recreation opportunities to Quarantine Station stakeholders.

Your passion for the environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail will be key to your success in this role. You will have strong communication skills as you will be liaising with both internal and external stakeholders to facilitate opportunities for engagement and the understanding of and compliance with lease and environmental approval conditions. You'll enjoy working as part of a team but be able to work independently or with minimal supervision.

Your enthusiasm will enable you to thrive and succeed in this diverse and dynamic role. Furthermore, you will also have experience in managing projects ensuring deliverables are met at a high quality.

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in a discipline relevant to the field operations of the agency.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policy, procedure, leases and licences. Legislation includes the National Parks and Wildlife Regulation 2009, National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 and the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.
• Ability to work with a wide range of commercial and non‑commercial stakeholders that have park tenure or interests through lease, licence, employment or membership.
• Current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to operate 4WD vehicles.

For more information read the Role Description.

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

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 programmes, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in‑house training.

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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Submit your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close:
Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 11:55PM.

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