Senior Team Leader Planning & Conservation

The NSW Conservation Programs Heritage & Regs is hiring two Senior Team Leaders for Planning & Conservation in Sydney, Australia. These full-time roles involve leading teams to enhance environmental outcomes through planning and assessment, requiring expertise in environmental planning and a strong understanding of relevant legislation. The position offers a hybrid work model, with the office located in Dubbo, and a salary ranging from $148,230 to $162,682 plus super.
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
• Senior Team Leader Regional Conservation & Senior Team Leader Planning (Environment Officer Class 12)
• 2 x Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunities
• Office location is Dubbo- other NSW Office locations may be considered by negotiation
• Hybrid office and work from home model
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $148,230 to $162,682 + super

Our Regional Delivery team is currently seeking to appoint two Senior Team Leaders to lead teams to deliver improved environmental and conservation outcomes through the planning and assessment system by engaging across the Department and government and applying contemporary planning and assessment tools.

We are seeking experienced leaders to guide multidisciplinary teams in delivering accurate and timely advice on environmental planning and assessment matters. This role involves providing strategic counsel to the Minister, Executive, and consent authorities to facilitate improved environmental and conservation outcomes.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental and conservation outcomes and sustainable development across New South Wales.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:
• Hold tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental planning, urban planning, or a related discipline.
• Possess extensive experience in environmental planning and assessment within NSW, with a strong understanding of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and associated regulations.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, delivering timely and accurate advice on complex planning matters.
• Exhibit high-level written and verbal communication skills, capable of preparing comprehensive reports, briefing notes, and ministerial correspondence on sensitive issues.
• Show proficiency in leading stakeholder engagement, with a track record of effectively negotiating and influencing outcomes with government agencies, developers, and community groups.
• Display strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to identify solutions to contentious planning issues within legislative frameworks.
• Have experience implementing effective management systems to handle heavy workloads in complex environments, ensuring senior management is appropriately briefed.
• Be committed to continuous improvement and staying abreast of current environmental and sustainability issues affecting NSW communities.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Team Leader

Who we are

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.

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 Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sarah Carr (Director Northwest) via sarah.carr@environment.nsw.gov.au

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.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on 0482 646 348 (please mention reference number 542837).

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