Senior Invasive Species Project & Programs Officer

You are a confident and collaborative professional who can bring people together, navigate complex issues and drive practical outcomes. You'll be comfortable coordinating programs, working across multiple stakeholder groups and applying your knowledge to real-world weed biosecurity challenges.

As our ideal candidate, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience coordinating and delivering programs or projects within biosecurity, environmental management, agriculture, natural resource management or a related field.

• Sound knowledge of weed management and biosecurity, including relevant policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks and their practical application.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across government, industry and community sectors.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use data and local intelligence to identify risks and support prevention, eradication and containment activities.

• Well-developed project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver quality outcomes across competing priorities and timeframes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to provide clear advice, technical information, reports, briefings and stakeholder communications.

• Current NSW Driver License and the ability and willingness to travel

For further information about the role please contact hiring manager Dr Marita Sydes, Team Leader Weed Responses and Programs on 0473 039 409 or email marita.sydes@dpird.nsw.gov.au from 2 November 2026.

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• You'll receive a confirmation email

• We'll review all applications once the ad closes

• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)

• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, practical skills test, psychometric test)

• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates

• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

At DPIRD, we're committed to protecting and growing NSW's primary industries while supporting regional communities. When you join us, you'll:

• Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity.

• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations.

• Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.

• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services

• NSW Resources

• Agriculture and Biosecurity

• Fisheries and Forestry

• Regional Development and Delivery.

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.

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