SLSO Project Manager (NHT)

Maternity leave opportunity - temporary full time (27th July 2026 to 23rd of July 2027) Located in Coffs Harbour Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 6 – Salary starting from $116,981 + super and leave loading See the impact on your community!

About the Role

As the Senior Land Services Officer, you will be responsible for delivering the Bellinger River Snapping Turtle and Lord Howe Island Project s . This role deliver s two high profile NRM and threatened species project s .

Responsibilities include

managing the client, project strategy and adaptation, conducting site assessments, community and stakeholder engagement, project communications and contractor management.

About You

Experience and skills to execute project delivery, manage budgets , risks and reporting client management skills and experience a working knowledge of natural resource mangement at a site and catchment scale to protect threatened fauna , waterways and native vegetation the ability to work with our customers providing extension services and project planning experience in developing and running workshops and meetings excellent communication skills to execute project communications and create positive stakeholder relationships the ability to work collaboratively in a team and autonomously, where required.

You’ll be self-motivated, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to build and maintain trust with the varied people you’ll be working with to deliver on-ground programs and projects . How to Apply All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.

Please seek support from your Manager prior to submitting your application Please contact Simon Abbott, TL Natural Assets Protection, 0455 894 962, simon.abbott@lls.nsw.gov.au for any enquiries about this opportunity. You can also view the role description here. EOI closing date: Thursday 15th October 2026 @ 11:59pm This is an internal EOI opportunity open to LLS staff only.

Recruitment Adjustments If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.

au or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion. Additional Information The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.