Shape your world, in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies
- Join the Development Co-ordination Authority (DCA) Technical Advisory team and help make a difference on some of NSW's most significant development projects
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Parramatta, Newcastle or Wollongong office preferred, though other NSW DPHI Office location will be considered
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 133,348 to $146,945
Be part of the Development Co-ordination Authority (DCA), a newly formed authority created to drive efficient, coordinated outcomes for major development projects across NSW. As a founding member of the team, you'll have the rare opportunity to help build a high-performing organisation while contributing to projects that leave a lasting legacy for communities across the state.
Join us and help shape the future of NSW through work that has a visible impact on communities, places and infrastructure. You'll be trusted to provide expert advice on complex projects, work alongside a wide range of government and industry stakeholders and help remove barriers that support better planning outcomes.
It's an opportunity to take on meaningful challenges, expand your professional influence, contribute to continuous improvement, and be part of a collaborative team that's helping transform how development is delivered across the state.
In this role you will
As part of the DCA's Environmental Management team, you will work on a diverse mix of major developments, infrastructure projects and planning proposals, providing practical advice that helps projects move forward while delivering strong environmental outcomes.
You'll tackle complex challenges, interpret technical assessments, work closely with planners, government agencies and industry, and turn complex information into clear recommendations that support better decisions for communities across the state. Along the way, you will collaborate with a supportive team, share your expertise and help improve how we deliver services and advice
Read the role description for more detail:
Senior Advisor Environmental Management
About you
- Knowledge of the NSW planning, assessment and approval environments including relevant legislation, policy, regulations, standards and codes of practice.
- Experience in environmental management advisory environments (government, operator, consultancy or equivalent).
- Experience undertaking environmental management advisory assessments across one or more of these areas: noise, air, water or contamination. This will include environmental impact assessments and risk management.
- Experience interpreting and applying environmental control assessment principles, standards and safety obligations into real life scenarios.
- Strong technical writing skills and ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor and provide practical environmental management advice to internal and external stakeholders
- Experience mentoring and developing others, providing technical guidance and contributing to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing team environment.
Essential
- Degree qualification in a related relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience e.g., Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Applied Science.
About us
At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.
Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.
Apply now
Apply today with your CV (maximum 5 pages) and cover letter outlining the skills and experience that you can bring to the role (maximum 2 pages Applications close Thursday 31st August 2026 at 11.55pm. For more information contact Nat McLean, Director Hazard & Resources Advisory,
[email protected].
A talent 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.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via
[email protected] or (0 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.
