Assistant Field Officer (Aboriginal Targeted)

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

• Aboriginal Targeted opportunity
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity to 31 January 2028
• Sydney/Parramatta location, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, from $75,728 + super

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is currently seeking to appoint an Assistant Field Officer (Aboriginal Targeted) in a temporary full-time (35 hours per week) capacity to 31 January 2028.

This is a targeted role under GSE Rule 26, and Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective independent regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

The Role

The Assistant Field Officer undertakes field property inspections and contributes to other compliance activities to support the achievement of regulatory requirements, including administrative support services within the team/branch.

About You

In this role you will:

• Assist the Compliance Officer with field inspections, including remote areas, to assess compliance with water legislation.
• Assisting with compliance activities and supporting the correct application of legislation, policies, and procedures efficiently and impartially amid high volume and sensitive regulations.
• Maintain accurate records in systems to support compliance operations and reporting.
• Conducting the preliminary desktop research in relation to compliance matters including searching Water Licences System (WLS), preparing site location maps and reviewing the Data Acquisition Service (DAS) for compliance.
• Undertake mandatory training such as authorised officer training, 4WD training, aggressive stakeholder training and other required training requirements.
• Traveling regularly to remote areas and effectively communicating with landholders.

Essential Requirements

• Willingness and ability to complete tertiary certificate.
• Commitment and willingness to undertake high levels of travel to remote areas and safely undertake field work requirements of the role.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.
• Appointment is subject to the successful applicant satisfactorily passing the criminal record check. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Field Officer

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.

Please also note, 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 Sunday 16 November 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Pat Yeates via pat.yeates@nrar.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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Ty Brennock on 0409 231 515 (please mention reference number 546245).

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 for a yarn.

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